Join Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.,: Where Moments Matter
At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re more than a company - we’re curators of unforgettable moments. Our portfolio boasts some of Canada’s most iconic and award-winning brands, including J.P. Wiser’s, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, and Gooderham & Worts Canadian whiskies, Polar Ice vodka, Lamb’s rum, Ungava gin, McGuinness and Cabot Trail liqueurs, Ace Beverage Group’s Cottage Springs, Cabana Coast, Liberty Village, and Good Vines, and Foreign Affair wines. But that’s just the beginning.
Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard, Corby represents leading international brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, and Skrewball™ whiskey., and Perrier-Jouët and Mumm champagnes, – making our portfolio the most comprehensive in the market.
Why Choose Us?
Igniting Conviviality: Derived from the French word “convivialité,” our ethos centres on human connection, authenticity, and friendliness. We create moments that matter, starting with how we work together.
Progressive Opportunities: Fuel your ambition with outstanding career prospects and rewards. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, we’re invested in your growth.
Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
The salary range for this role is $55,400.00 to $69,300.00 CAD. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Job Summary
Join our North America Accounting team and build a strong foundation for a long-term career in finance and accounting. As an Associate Accountant, you'll gain broad exposure to accounting operations, month-end close activities, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance while partnering with colleagues across the business. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who is eager to learn, develop technical expertise, and pursue professional growth within a global organization.
Who Will Love This Job
You will thrive in this role if you:
- Enjoy analyzing data, identifying discrepancies, and solving problems.
- Have a strong attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work.
- Are naturally curious and eager to learn new systems, processes, and accounting concepts.
- Enjoy collaborating with others and building strong working relationships across teams.
- Can balance multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Are interested in pursuing your CPA designation and growing your accounting career.
- Support monthly close activities for statutory and management general ledgers.
- Complete intercompany and balance sheet account reconciliations and participate in the global intercompany reconciliation process.
- Record daily accounting transactions, including intercompany billings, purchases, and inventory activity.
- Assist with monthly reconciliations and reporting requirements for business partners and brand owners.
- Support the preparation of Pernod Ricard reporting packages.
- Manage purchase order generation through both automated and manual processes.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Prepare routine journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Perform inventory reconciliations across multiple locations.
- Support monthly VAT and sales tax filings and remittances for multiple entities.
- Contribute to ad hoc projects, process improvements, and special assignments as needed.
Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front-and-center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long-standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of accounting experience in a similar environment.
- Interest in pursuing a Canadian CPA designation; CPA Ontario student registration preferred.
- Basic knowledge of accounting processes, internal controls, and IFRS principles.
- Experience working with integrated accounting systems and transactional accounting processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with JD Edwards E1 and Hubble (Insight Software) is an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Job Posting End Date:
Target Hire Date:
2026-11-30When you join Corby and Hiram Walker, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life. Learn about our rich heritage by clicking HERE for Corby and HERE for Hiram Walker.
Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.
We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRCanadaBenefits.com for details.
At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the any phase of the recruitment process or want to review our accommodation policies, please reach out to our Human Resources Department at [email protected].
This posting is for a vacant role. This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.
Join us in creating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where everyone’s voice matters. Apply today!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 1-3 years of accounting experience in a similar environment
- Interest in pursuing a Canadian CPA designation
- Basic knowledge of accounting processes, internal controls, and IFRS principles
- Experience working with integrated accounting systems and transactional accounting processes
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- CPA Ontario student registration
- Familiarity with JD Edwards E1 and Hubble
Pernod Ricard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Pernod Ricard and has not been reviewed or approved by Pernod Ricard.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as strong overall, supported by comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside life and disability insurance. Wellbeing support is reinforced through mental-health resources and broader wellness programming.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a standout part of the package, including a 401(k) with a match and an additional profit-sharing contribution for eligible employees. A legacy defined-benefit pension is also referenced for certain earlier hires, adding depth to long-term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are unusually broad, including paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, backup child/elder care resources, and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement. Additional supports such as Milk Stork and fertility/ART coverage further strengthen family-building coverage.
Pernod Ricard Insights
What We Do
Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group and the #1 premium spirits organisation in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. We are 18,500 exceptionally talented people worldwide with our own salesforce in 73 countries. Our portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the market with every major category of wine and spirits, providing Pernod Ricard with a unique competitive advantage. To keep growing our business, transforming our industry and making a positive impact on the world, we believe in the power of human connection. Creating ‘convivialité’ is our business and our raison d’être. As ‘créateurs de convivialité’, our purpose is to turn every social interaction into a genuine, friendly and responsible experience of sharing. We believe there can be no convivialité with excess and strive to be sustainable and responsible at every step, from grain to glass.
