Senior Financial Accountant

Alchemy Labs Inc. | Kitchener, Ontario

Full-Time | In-Office | Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

ABOUT ALCHEMY LABS

Alchemy Labs Inc. is a Kitchener-based nanotechnology company at the forefront of researching, developing, and commercializing protective nanocomposite coatings. We serve both the automotive and defence markets with products spanning windshield protection, paint protection, and thermal signature camouflage — including proprietary technology supporting defence sector clients. We are in active growth mode, committed to innovation and operational excellence.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Alchemy Labs is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join our finance team in Kitchener. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a hands-on role with broad responsibility across financial reporting, compliance, and operational finance. The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to the financial integrity of a growing company. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA with public company experience who wants to play a meaningful role at a technology-driven organization operating in a smaller size company but one with strong growth prospects in both the automotive and defence markets.

Compensation Range

The expected annual compensation for this position is $70,000 to $95,000. Final compensation will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Alchemy Labs does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & Close

–   Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS

–   Prepare consolidated financial statements, management discussion & analysis (MD&A), and supporting schedules for public filing

–   Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of all journal entries and account reconciliations

–   Manage the preparation of working papers for external audit and liaise directly with the external audit team

Compliance & Controls

–   Support the development and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting (IFRS), including documentation of control deficiencies and remediation plans

–   Assist with preparation of materials for the Audit Committee, including financial reporting packages and responses to auditor findings

Treasury & Operational Finance

–   Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash reconciliations, including multi-currency transactions

–   Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts and budget-to-actual variance analyses

–   Support the CFO in financial modelling, scenario analysis, and investor reporting

–   Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with applicable employment tax obligations

Systems & Process Improvement

–   Participate in the implementation and ongoing optimization of the Company's ERP system (NetSuite experience preferred0

–   Identify and implement improvements to financial processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in support of the Company's public company obligations

–   Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and support internal and external information requests

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

–   CPA designation (CPA, CA or equivalent; public practice background strongly preferred)

–   Minimum 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience, including demonstrated ownership of the full close cycle and audit process

–   Strong working knowledge of IFRS, including revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and financial instrument disclosure

–   Proven experience preparing or supporting full financial statement packages for a public or audit-ready entity

–   Hands-on ERP experience (NetSuite or equivalent); advanced Excel skills including financial modelling, pivot tables, and variance analysis

–   Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability with meticulous attention to detail

–   Ability to manage competing priorities independently and meet tight deadlines in a lean team environment

–   Strong written and verbal communication skills — able to translate financial results into a narrative the CFO, board, and auditors all understand

Preferred

–   Experience in a manufacturing, technology, or defence-sector company

–   Experience supporting OSC continuous disclosure filings — MD&A, AIF, interim and annual financial statements

–   Experience contributing to ICFR improvements, including addressing segregation of duties gaps in a small-team context

–   Experience with multi-entity structures, intercompany eliminations, or shared services finance

–   Comfort using AI and automation tools as part of your daily workflow

WHAT WE OFFER

–   A unique opportunity to be a key contributor to a growth-stage nanotechnology company at the intersection of materials science and advanced defence technology

–   Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership with meaningful ownership of financial reporting and controls

–   A collaborative, intellectually stimulating in-office work environment in Kitchener, Ontario

–   Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

–   A role with real scope to grow as the Company scales its operations

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience to the attention of the Chief Financial Officer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.