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Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a permanent opportunity, for an Accountant to join our Finance Accounting & Control team.
This position is hybrid (3 days per week in person) and will be based out of our Stellarton Corporate Office on King street
Accurately prepare and post entries and account for transactions in the general ledger.
Prepare and review working papers that support account balances, investigate errors, and facilitate correction.
Complete period-end close processes, controls, and procedures.
Review and update the detailed schedules for financial statement note disclosure purpose.
Prepare and explain balance sheet variances with comparative periods.
Ensure compliance with CEO/CFO Certification requirements.
Participate in the internal and external audit requests.
Collaborate with various stakeholders to support and guide them with proper recommendation in accordance with accounting standard IFRS.
Process improvement mindset, propose innovated ideas.
Prepare various analytical and ad-hoc reports
University Degree
1-2+ years of accounting related experience
Accounting Designation CPA (or in the process of obtaining) would be an asset
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)
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Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
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We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
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Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.
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