General Accountant

Four Winds Brewing Company

Title: General Accountant

Start Date: April 2024

Our Company:

Four Winds joined the burgeoning BC craft beer scene and opened our doors to a public thirsty for new local offerings on June 1, 2013. Our vision was born out of a passion for craft beer, community, and entrepreneurial independence. Owned, operated, and built from the ground up by the Mills family and friends, we take great pride in our continued effort to improve, innovate and refine our craft. Simply put, we make the beers that we want to drink, and we try to enjoy the process as much as the result.

The company office is located in Delta with an on-site Taproom and Kitchen. In addition, our beers can be found in bars, restaurants and liquor stores throughout BC and Alberta, as well as a few select export markets around the world. We are expanding our operations with a second location in Tsawwassen’s Southlands Market Square, scheduled to open in June 2024, consisting of 8600 square feet of restaurant, brewery, and retail space.

Our Core Values:

• Continuous pursuit of excellence.
• Our collective strength is more powerful than the individual.
• Organizational growth is preceded by individual growth.
• Positive attitudes prevail.
• Continuously looking for the next best way.

Role Summary: This hands-on role will primarily be responsible for the full-cycle accounting of the company and will play an integral part in the setup of our Tsawwassen location. Reporting directly to the Director of Admin & Finance, this position requires an understanding of cash control, payroll, inventory and product costing, month-end and year-end processes, and financial reporting.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting, Reconciliation & Analysis:

• Responsible for all accounts payable processes.
• Manage accounts receivable including invoicing and collections.
• Inventory analysis, costing and investigation of discrepancies.
• Account reconciliations and analytics of the general ledger.
• Preparation of BCLDB reporting and tax filings.
• Preparation of GST and PST returns.
• Review and reconcile daily cash-outs ensuring proper revenue reporting.
• Preparation of monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Responsible for month-end and year-end procedures.
• Preparation of monthly variance analysis and operational reports.
• Liase with external accountants in the preparation of year-end financial statements and corporate tax filings.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure sales procedures and controls are operating properly and in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
• Assist with any special projects as needed.

Payroll:

• Preparation of company payroll (hourly and salaried).
• Filing and remittance of WCB, EHT, and payroll withholdings.
• Administration of the company extended health plan.
• Administration and compliance with WorkSafe and Labour Standards.
• Management and organization of employee records.
• Preparation of reporting to government and other regulatory agencies.

General & Administrative:

• Support in the maintenance of the organizational policies and procedures manual.
• Assist in developing and fostering organizational internal controls by providing training and guidance to other staff members.
• Management and organization of corporate documents.
• Identify areas for improvement opportunities.
• Perform various other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

• A certificate or degree in Accounting or working towards a CPA designation.
• At least five (5) years of full-cycle accounting experience.
• Proficient in MS Office including Excel, Word, and Google Drive.
• Strong knowledge QuickBooks Online.
• Knowledge of EKOS is an asset.
• Experience in inventory accounting and costing is an asset.

Skills Required:

• Organized and detailed.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technical skills and comfortable with technology.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to support beyond core business hours when necessary.
• A strong collaborator with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $70,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Delta, BC V4G 1L5 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Delta, BC V4G 1L5: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-15
Expected start date: 2024-04-01