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Who we are: We are a bunch of people who really care about agriculture, food and the challenges facing farming. We want to help farmers with data driven decision making to help nature feed a growing population. Join our team of expert engineers, agronomists, entomologists, crop researchers, and data scientists who are continually conducting research to help drive innovation in agriculture.
Semios is a market leader in leveraging the internet-of-things (IoT) and big data to improve the sustainability and profitability of specialty crops. With 500 million data points being reported by our sensors every day, we leverage our big data analytics, such as in-depth pest and disease modeling, to empower tree fruit and tree nut growers with decision-making tools to minimize resources and risks.
Our innovative work has received several industry awards:
- AgTech Breakthrough Awards Program (2023) – Selected as winner of the “Overall Smart Irrigation Company Of The Year” award.
- Sustainability Changemaker by SDTC (2022) – Named as one of the companies which recognize homegrown innovation in sustainable technologies in Canada
- AgTech Breakthrough Awards Program (2021) – Selected as winner of the “Pest Management Solutions of the Year” award
- Google Accelerator (2020) – Selected as 1 of 9 companies for the inaugural Google for Startups Accelerator Canada cohort, who are all using technology to solve complex challenges
- Global CleanTech Top 100 (2020) – Identified as one of the companies best positioned to solve tomorrow’s clean technology challenges
One of our partners produced this short video which shows what we do and our positive environmental impact.
We know our journey is only achievable by having a great team who shares ideas, tries new things and learns as we go.
Who you are:
Motivated by meaningful work, you are looking for more than just a job; you want to work for a dynamic, growing company that finds solutions to real-life problems, such as helping the world reduce the use of pesticides and helping nature feed a growing population. Your ideal work environment includes a collaborative team spirit with the opportunity to learn and grow as you take the initiative to try new things.
What you will do:
As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial transactions of revenue. You will conduct financial analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting that allows management to make data-driven decisions. This role will give you the exposure to collaborate with key business stakeholders and gain more insight into corporate and commercial operations.
The Senior Accountant’s role would suit a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager who is ready to take the next step in their career by gaining valuable commercial and analytical experience. We are continually investing in employee career growth and development.
- Overall responsibility for the invoicing and payment reminder/ collection processes, working with the accounts receivable clerk, with emphasis being effectiveness and efficiency while ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions
- Complete month-end processing tasks, analysis, and reports, such as balance sheet, revenue, and product reporting
- Ensure accuracy and completeness in the reporting of metrics and related transactions
- Analyze data to provide meaningful insights and ensure completeness
- Ensure accounting practices adhere to accounting standards, comply with company policy, and align with the commercial terms of customer contracts.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with team members from all levels of the organization to ensure alignment on commercial terms, invoicing, and collection matters
- Ensure all regulatory and tax compliance requirements (related to revenue) are filed accurately and on time, including commissions
Requirements
We want you to succeed, so you will need:
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably as a Senior Accountant in an industry role exposed to revenue accounting or in an audit role within a medium to large CPA firm
- CPA or equivalent certification completed or nearing completion
- A resilient, flexible, solution-oriented approach to addressing areas of improvement, including digging into issues
- Interpret accounting standards and recommend accounting treatment for complex transactions in multiple jurisdictions
- Comfortable as an individual contributor, collaborative team member, and becoming a leader
Nice to have:
- A track record of improving productivity and implementing improvements that drive efficiencies and business performance
- Advanced proficiency working with Microsoft Dynamics
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Suite
Salary range: $82,000 to $95,000 per year
Please note that the base pay offered may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and experience, as well as business and organizational needs.
Benefits
Why this is the opportunity for you:
- Sleep better knowing you’re making the world a better place through more sustainable food production
- Opportunity to contribute and make an impact by working on meaningful projects
- Work with a team that values fun, laughter, and each other in a collaborative and casual work environment
- Flexible, hybrid working arrangements and strong work-life balance culture
- Multiple office locations, convenient via transit and bike paths
- Extended medical plan with a Health Spending Account with premiums paid by the company
- Group RRSP, which includes a 3% company paid match after one year of employment
At Semios, we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work; therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish and we welcome everyone.
