Sr. Accountant

Alimentiv•Montreal, QC

1d•CA$78,000 - CA$130,000

About The Position

Alimentiv is a global Contract Research Organization (CRO) focused on advancing therapies for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. With over 30 years of specialization, Alimentiv has established strong scientific credibility and operational discipline, supporting a significant portion of investigational IBD compounds. As a privately held, profit-with-purpose organization, Alimentiv is committed to responsible growth and reinvesting capital into innovation, systems, and its people. The company employs approximately 700 people across multiple countries and offers both global scale and specialist agility. For accounting and finance professionals, Alimentiv provides an opportunity to contribute to a business where financial stewardship, transparency, and performance drive long-term value creation. Finance teams are key partners in guiding sustainable growth, enhancing operational effectiveness, and ensuring investments support both business performance and clinical impact. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to apply their expertise in an environment that values precision, accountability, and purpose.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (Accounting or Finance specialization preferred)
4-6 years of progressive Accounting experience
Extensive knowledge of GAAP and ASPE
Experience with tax authorities
Business Acumen
Communication skills
Project Management
Change Management
Technical familiarity and experience with ERP systems and other accounting systems that integrate into ERP systems
Technical skills: proficiency in Excel, ability to use Excel tools/other systems to generate reports that meet reporting needs
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
Proven ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to question the status quo and propose innovative alternatives.
Excellent analytical skills to evaluate processes and identify inefficiencies.
A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and achieving tangible results.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation preferred
Global accounting and tax experience preferred

Responsibilities

Preparation and/or review of general journal entries for all companies.
Preparation and review of all management level reporting (product line/executive/departmental) including detailed and appropriate analysis of variances (mainly expenses) where required.
Evaluate and implement appropriate accounting policies and procedures to meet financial reporting needs.
Prepare and update account reconciliation files on a pre-determined schedule to ensure the accuracy of financial records and prepare appropriate level balance sheet analysis.
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial statements.
Communicate with internal/external stakeholders to ensure any outstanding balances are cleared appropriately.
Preparation of accurate and timely entries relating to payroll transactions.
Coordinate with tax professionals to prepare and file tax returns by providing data and responses in a timely manner.
Assess tax requirements for all entities to ensure best practices are implemented and entities are compliant with regulations and guidelines.
Document and where necessary develop and maintain departmental processes and procedures to ensure up-to-date detailed work instructions.
Identify operational risks and implement internal controls to minimize risk that aligns with organizationâ€™s strategy, mission, vision, and values.
Working with the Sr. Manager, Accounting, identify and prioritize projects, develop a workplan and monitor through completion.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide financial support and guidance.
Collaborate with other accounting and finance professionals to maintain consistency and best practices.
Support various special projects from creation to implementation including software implementation and product line analytical and accounting support where required.