Finance Student/Co-op

Company Description:

Equals Brewing Company was founded in 2018 and has quickly grown to be a well-respected partner in producing great beers, ciders, and ready-to-drink products for many of Ontario’s and Canada’s favorite breweries and brands. Equals launched Bangarang Hard Seltzer in 2020, which has grown to be one of the fastest-growing RTD brands in Ontario. In 2021, Equals launched Shake Lager, which won a gold medal in its first appearance in the Canadian Brewing Awards. In 2022, Equals purchased the Side Launch Brewery in Collingwood, adding more award winning brands to the portfolio.

We know the key to our success with Equals and our Side Launch and Bangarang brands is because of our people and teams! We are looking for a passionate, driven, keen individual to join our team and become a part of a vibrant and fun culture. As a small but growing business, we are looking for individuals who are ready to take initiative and deliver results for the team.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Student/Co-op Student to join our Finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of routine and project-like tasks, including organizing physical and digital files, assisting with accounts receivable and payable processes, leading reconciliations, supporting tax preparation, building financial models, and providing analysis for investment decisions. The ideal candidate will be Excel/Google Sheets savvy, possess strong communication & change management skills, and have a keen eye for detail.

Please note: this is a temporary summer position from May - August 2024.

Responsibilities:

• Organize physical and digital files, creating and documenting processes that can be easily executed in order to ensure that information is readily available for financial/operational audits. Focus on digital-forward processes and tools, with strong change management plans.
• Complete accounts receivable reconciliations, including escalation of late payments and ownership of customer documentation requirements to support non-payments.
• Assist with invoice payments and other accounts payable-related tasks.
• Lead reconciliations and processes related to company credit cards, ensuring all transactions are properly reconciled.
• Assist with tax preparation, including excise, AGCO, HST, etc.
• Build financial models and complete financial analysis on various items like operational expenses, inventory, margin, etc.
• Support in the creation of business cases to assess investment decisions.
• Compile industry and finance-specific benchmarking and reference materials.
• Other Finance/HR-related tasks, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage both physical and digital files effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets..
• Prior experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or financial analysis is an asset.
• Familiarity with financial modeling/business case preparation is preferred.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The strength of Equals Brewing comes from our diverse team members. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage everyone with relevant qualifications to apply. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you are invited to participate in the process and require accommodation, please let us know in advance.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Salary: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person