The team at PRIDE Seeds believe our values are fundamental to generating a great work environment and a positive company culture that is centered around our customers. These values are:

• Customer-focused
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Professionalism

In addition, we also embrace the core values of our parent organization, AgReliant Genetics and are fundamental to our success:

• Safety
• Commitment
• Integrity
• Excellence
• Innovation

At PRIDE Seeds, we work to support a culture of learning and involvement, where strong working relationships exist across all facets of the organization. We believe that the best way to improve our business is through strengthening our people, as we create opportunities for our employees to hone their craft.

Here you will have the opportunity to be part of a culture where we value our employees’ passion for success as we believe in giving people the space to navigate challenges, invent solutions and excel in a rewarding career.

PRIDE Seeds is currently seeking a focused and self-motivated individual to join our dynamic team as a full-time permanent Financial Operations Controller.

POSITION SUMMARY:

PRIDE Seeds is seeking a Financial Operations Controller who is a highly organized and detail-oriented Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) to lead and coordinate the implementation of SAP within our finance function. This role bridges technical systems implementation with core financial operations, ensuring a smooth transition and integration of SAP into our accounting and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting, a proactive approach to systems coordination, and the ability to collaborate across departments.
Position reports to PRIDE Seeds Vice President, Finance & Administration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAP Implementation Coordination

• Act as the finance lead for SAP implementation, ensuring alignment with accounting and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with IT, consultants, and cross-functional teams to define system specifications and workflows.
• Support data migration, testing, training, and go-live activities.
• Identify and resolve system-related issues during and after implementation.

General Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee and manage general ledger activities, month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with ASPE/IFRS and internal controls.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.

Product Costing & Inventory Accounting

• Coordinate and analyze product costing processes, including standard cost updates and variance analysis.
• Work closely with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate inventory valuation and cost reporting.

Audit & Tax Support

• Assist in the preparation of working papers and documentation for external audits.
• Support the preparation of corporate income tax filings and liaise with external tax advisors.

Duties may be amended by the Company as may be reasonably required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• University degree in accounting.
• CPA designation (CPA Canada) is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial systems roles.

KNOWLEDE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Hands-on experience with SAP (S/4HANA or ECC) implementation or major ERP systems is a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of Canadian GAAP (ASPE or IFRS), tax compliance, and audit processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership, people management, and relationship/team building skills.
• Demonstrated self-motivation, initiative, assertiveness, and results orientation.
• Knowledge of the seed industry preferred.
• Ability to successfully work in a fast-paced and changing environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift 20 lbs.

WHY JOIN US?

• Be a key player in a transformative SAP implementation project.
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and leadership.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Interested candidates should click the 'APPLY TO THIS POSITION' icon to submit your resume and cover letter.