Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a collaborative, technically strong, and forward-thinking Canada and NA Inventory Controller to join our North America Control and Accounting team for SodaStream. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for Canadian control and accounting functions, with a focus on inventory accounting, gross-to-net revenue, tax compliance, banking operations, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will be a team player who can effectively execute strategic direction from the North America Controller, support transformation initiatives, and foster alignment across Canadian operations. This role includes leadership of both Canadian accounting staff and the North American Inventory Accountant, as well as oversight of local AR/AP teams in Canada, which are transitioning into a centralized North American structure.

Responsibilities

ACCOUNTING & CONTROL

• Lead the Canadian month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Oversee inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, reconciliations, and cost of sales analysis.
• Own the Gross-to-Net revenue accounting process for Canada, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting, with support from the NA Revenue Accountant.
• Manage Canadian tax compliance and reporting, including GST/HST, sales tax, and income tax provisions.
• Champion a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with PepsiCo Global Control Standards (GCS) and corporate policies.
• Review and approve key financial transactions, including inventory scrap, purchase orders, vendor bills, credit memos, and journal entries.
• Participate in the bi-annual physical inventory count process in a leadership role, ensuring proper controls, documentation, and process adherence.
• Support future systems implementations and enhancements.
• Execute directives from the NA Controller and help drive alignment across Canadian operations.
• Be the main point of contact for all Canadian accounting questions

Banking & Treasury

• Manage daily banking operations, including cash positioning and reconciliations.
• Oversee and execute intercompany fund transfers and settlements in coordination with the NA Treasury team.

Fixed Assets & Capital Expenditures

• Oversee the fixed asset accounting process, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Review and monitor capital expenditure requests to ensure alignment with budget and accounting policies.
• Maintain accurate fixed asset records and reporting.

Budgeting & Forecasting Support

• Partner with the NA FP&A team to support the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts.
• Provide financial insights and variance analysis to inform planning and decision-making.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks as they arise.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain documentation and controls to support internal compliance reviews.

Leadership & People Development

• Lead and mentor Canadian accounting staff and the North American Inventory Accountant.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Support succession planning and talent development within the accounting and control function.
• Co-manage the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions in Canada, working closely with local team members.
• Ensure alignment of AR/AP processes with North American standards and controls.
• Provide guidance and support to local staff as they transition into a centralized NA accounting and control structure.

Policy Implementation & Standardization

• Implement and enforce North American accounting policies and procedures across Canadian operations.
• Drive consistency and standardization of financial processes and reporting.
• Provide leadership in future systems implementations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or equivalent designation strongly preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a focus on inventory, tax, general accounting and treasury operations.
• Strong understanding of Canadian tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing banking operations, intercompany transactions, and fixed assets.
• Proven experience leading internal control initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to implement change and influence cross-functional teams.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, Cognos, TM1).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a matrixed environment and taking direction from senior leadership.
• Proven ability to adapt to and implement change