Accountant,Retail Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Accounting

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accountant, Retail is responsible in assisting with the preparation of monthly financial statements, monitoring of the annual budget and forecasting. This role will also be responsible for providing recommendations and guidance on implementing policies, procedures and best practices and other duties as outlined below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(other duties may be assigned as required)

Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements, maintain monthly balance sheet and profit & loss reconciliations, and monitor the budget with monthly variance analysis and forecasting

Assist Director of Retail in preparing the annual budget and quarterly forecast and cost benefit analysis for new retail projects

Prepare year end audit working papers

Prepare and distribute weekly sales flash report to Management and Retail Operations team

Reconcile month end inventory balances, analyzing discrepancies between Yellow Dog and D365 accounting system and support Yellow Dog & Square POS maintenance

Assist and supervise inventory counts including periodic cycle spot counts

Reconcile internal billings and ensure appropriate departmental approvals and coding are in place

Ensure vendor invoices are processed on a timely basis and match to receiving reports, follow-up on discrepancies

Prepare monthly PST, With-holding tax remittances

Work main concert nights to ensure compliance with inventory and payment processing controls

Update current policies, procedures, systems and best practices for the retail operations team

Document and monitor compliance of internal controls and procedure manuals

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 3 years of general accounting experience, with exposure to preparing financial statements and account analysis.

Bachelor’s degree/diploma in Accounting or Business

Preference given to candidates with retail industry experience or enrolment in the CPA program

Strong working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and accounting systems

Strong work ethic, loyalty, and dedication

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to effectively communicate financial results to various members of the Leadership Team

Self-starter with effective organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze data

Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required

Able to work full-time in the office

BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCE TO HAVE:

Exposure with Microsoft D365 Business Central, Square, Shopify, JET Reports and or Yellow Dog Inventory System

Vancouver is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Canucks Sports & Entertainment strives to create a workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and represents our beautiful, unique community. We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Canucks Sports & Entertainment is committed to building and supporting a diverse team.

This position will remain open until filled.

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