Chief Accountant

Who Are We?

Richelieu is a North American leader in the importation, manufacturing, and distribution of specialty hardware and complementary products.

Our clients – Over 120,000 clients across North America: kitchen and bathroom cabinet makers, closet and storage system manufacturers, residential and office furniture makers, residential and commercial woodworking firms, and hardware retailers including major home improvement chains.

Our team – 3,000 people, nearly half of whom work in sales and marketing, with over 50% of employees being Richelieu shareholders.

Our network – 113 distribution centers across North America, including three manufacturing plants.

We are looking to fill a permanent full-time position for a Chief Accountant at our offices in Ville St-Laurent.

Your role will include, among other responsibilities, working closely with the Director of Accounting and Internal Controls on various tasks. The Chief Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial information in accordance with current accounting standards.

More specifically, the Chief Accountant’s main responsibilities include:

• Organizing, coordinating, and supervising all monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting operations, ensuring procedural compliance and meeting deadlines.

• Leading and supervising the accounting team.

• Reviewing and validating the monthly financial statements of different branches, ensuring their accuracy and consistency.

• Analyzing and reviewing financial reports prepared by the accounting team at month- and quarter-end, with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Monitoring and analyzing balance sheet and income statement accounts, identifying significant variances.

• Maintaining effective communication between the accounting and operations teams.

• Actively contributing to the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.

• Overseeing the preparation of tax returns for all legal entities.

• Participating in the review of operational processes and internal control testing required under Bill 52-109 for public companies and external auditors.

• Assisting in the audit process and the preparation of various documents for external auditors.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Has excellent knowledge of the full accounting cycle and accounting standards.

• Is capable of working within a strict regulatory framework.

• Demonstrates strong analytical skills to interpret financial data.

• Is highly organized and skilled in priority management.

• Possesses strong communication abilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• Professional designation (CPA).

• Minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience, some of which in a structured environment, ideally in the public sector.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising an accounting team.

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written.

What We Offer

• A proud Quebec-based company: Firmly rooted in Quebec but present across Canada and the U.S., we enjoy wide recognition and an excellent reputation.

• A mature and stable business: With over 50 years of experience in the market, we offer the trust and organizational strength needed for a secure work environment.

• Continuous growth: With strong financial health, our company is constantly expanding, opening new future opportunities for everyone.

• Competitive compensation: We offer market-competitive base salaries.

• Employee shareholding opportunities: We believe in employee engagement and offer the opportunity to become a shareholder.

• Work-life balance: We value a healthy, flexible work environment that supports both personal and professional life.

• High-quality products: We are committed to delivering exceptional products that meet the needs of our most demanding clients.

• Career development: We encourage career growth and continuous training for the professional advancement of our employees.