Staples Canada · 2 days ago
Sr Accountant I
Staples Canada is a business-to-business company that partners with various areas to drive financial results. The Sr Accountant I will prepare journal entries, analyze accounts, and collaborate with departments to maintain robust accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
E-CommerceInformation TechnologyOffice Supplies
Responsibilities
Prepare journal entries and analyze accounts in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
Partner with departments across the business to design and maintain robust accounting processes related to the balance sheet
Ensure sufficient controls and process improvements are in place, focusing on accuracy and efficiency through systemic and monitoring controls
Compile and post monthly journal entries, maintaining a two-day close, and conduct balance sheet reconciliations
Support internal and external audit requests and prepare/distribute USR Physical Inventory results
Collaborate with Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and Stores Finance teams to address inventory strategies and resolve related questions
Troubleshoot store tickets regarding on-hand inventory issues promptly to meet SLA requirements
Coordinate the Inventory Disposal Process for the USR business, including processing disposals and reconciling liquidation activity with third-party vendors
Serve as the subject matter expert on liquidation policies, practices, and agreements, ensuring our inventory is properly reflected and partners are paid accordingly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
2-4 years of accounting experience
Passion for accuracy and process improvement within accounting operations
Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize, multitask, and work collaboratively on cross-functional teams
Excellent communication skills to explain financial results and partner with business stakeholders
Motivation to identify new ways to streamline processes and implement effective controls
Commitment to supporting the month-end close and preparation of financial statements for the Retail and NAD businesses
Preferred
Experience in a retail or multi-location environment is a plus
Demonstrated ability to support audits and collaborate across departments
Familiarity with inventory reconciliation and process improvement initiatives
Benefits
Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
The opportunity to make a direct impact on the business and drive improvements in accounting processes.
A collaborative environment where your insights and initiative are valued and supported
Company
Staples Canada
STAPLES Canada is a company that sells office supplies, technology and equipments.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Ottawa Business Journal
2025-12-13
Canada NewsWire
2025-12-02
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