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SalaryWe believe in keeping our customers front and center in everything we do; in fact,focus on serving our customersis one of our core values. Everyoneacts and operates as an owner, treating this business as their own. Weraise the bar constantly, embracing that nothing is perfect but continuous improvement is key. Our team is made up of passionate, positive experts whodrive healthy collaborationby winning or losing as one, and webring out the best in each otheras a family committed to grow.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant sits in the Accounting & Finance ("A&F") Team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the Financial Reporting function of the organization and be the right-hand person to our accounting leader.
This is an exciting time to become a part of our team as we are growing the responsibilities of the A&F function within the organization. The strong growth of the company is supporting a high-paced & rewarding environment. The A&F team continues to contribute to the key strategic decision-making that guides the company, and we are seeking someone with the ambition to become a key leader within Fresh Tracks Canada.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform monthly close activities, including journal entry preparation, balance sheet account reconciliations, and review and analysis of relevant aspects of the balance sheet, cash flow and P&L
- Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for significant fluctuations
- Oversee and manage financial transactions related to the company's treasury activities, including foreign exchange hedging and investments
- Periodically review the organization's control environment to ensure that robust policies are in place
- Work closely with the FP&A team to ensure the integrity of financial data
- Provide technical accounting guidance and general ledger business support to our non-financial stakeholders across the business
- Assist in the implementation and optimization of accounting policies and procedures
- Coordinate with external engagement partners during the fiscal year-end review
- Develop interactive and insightful dashboards and reporting using Power BI and other visualization tools
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
- Coach & Mentor junior team members in the financial reporting team
- Prepare statutory tax filings
- Perform other special projects as needed
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with proven ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
- Excellent relationship building skills for developing and keep effective working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
- Advanced level in Excel and Word, and intermediate level in PowerPoint and other MS office programs
- Ability to work collaboratively and across disciplines for a common goal
- Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities
- Proven ability to aggregate and analyze information and data for effective problem solving, and utilizes sound judgement
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
- Motivated and resilient individual that can drive change within the organization
- Seeking a hands-on individual with the ability to navigate through various levels, from operational activities to strategic discussions. This candidate should possess the capacity to translate and streamline operational processes and reports for senior-level discussions, coupled with a proven ability to build things from scratch.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a full cycle reporting
- Professional accounting designation: CA, CGA, or CMA preferred but not essential
- Experience with Microsoft BI preferred but not essential
- Proven experience managing, leading and motivating staff
- Experience with process analysis and improvement
- Superior attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to handle conflicting deadlines and prioritize
- This role will be remote based in Calgary, with the expectation the individual will travel to Vancouver when required.
- 3 weeks vacation (4 weeks after your first year)
- Extended health benefits package
- Applauz Recognition
- Comprehensive employee assistance program
- Paid anniversary day off
- "Pawternity leave" days for your new furry family members
- Great working hours
- Friendly and fun team environment with company celebrations and social events
- Access to Canadian travel industry discounts!
We are an equal opportunity workplace. We strongly encourage applications from racialized individuals, under-represented communities, diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We don't judge based on race, religion, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or anything else that you might bring to the table. We don't care about where you went to college, your degree, your age, or what names you might have on your resume. Instead, we're looking for motivated, compassionate people who can execute from the ground up. We also know that everyone has a unique career journey and experience comes in many forms.
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