Well-rounded role spanning many areas of accounting & finance- great role for someone who loves variety in their day-to-day work! Mid-size manufacturing & retail company with customers across North America. Reporting into the CFO and directly managing 2 direct reports in accounting. This company’s brand and products are loved by many across Canada and the US!
Who- the Company:
This retail company is one of Canada’s most beloved brands in their specific sector and they have hundreds of thousands of happy and loyal customers (B2C and B2B). The company provides employees with a great place to work and a culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, respect, and honesty. The company has undergone positive changes as of late, including a reinvigoration of their brand and a new website. SWIM placed the CFO who is hiring for this role.
What- the Role:
Our client hiring for a new Accounting Manager who will report to the CFO and who will lead/mentor 2 direct reports in accounting. Initially the Accounting Manager will take care of more “typical corporate accounting” such as multi-entity & multi-currency consolidated financial statement preparation (reporting under ASPE), month & quarter-end close, and overseeing Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable… but with time, month over month, the Manager will have the opportunity to take on more and more variety of tasks as they get to know the business. For example, the Accounting Manager will eventually do financial planning & analysis (including sales and pricing analysis), ERP system optimization, tax (with external support), payroll processing (straightforward payroll, only takes around 4-5 hours every 2 weeks), etc. There is even opportunity to get exposure to other functions, if so desired by the new Accounting Manager- for example, Human Resources, IT, and/or Supply Chain.
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Who- the Candidate:
We are seeking a well-rounded accounting professional with at least 5 years and ideally 7+ years of progressive work experience in most accounting & finance functions. CPA designation is highly preferred, almost required (exceptions might be made for candidates with very relevant experience and qualifications). Candidates must be analytical and inquisitive, with the desire to learn the business inside & out and to support strategic business decisions through their analytical work.
Strong systems skills are essential in this role- Excel proficiency and experience using an ERP. Ideally candidates will have also have used payroll systems and Power BI, but this can be taught.
Experience leading and mentoring a team of 1 to 3 direct reports is highly preferred. Experience reporting into CFO and/or President is preferred. Experience in an entrepreneurial owner-operated company is preferred. The new Accounting Manager must love dogs as the company has a dog-friendly work environment!
Where:
Headquartered in Vancouver. The Accounting Manager can work from the office full time, or they can choose to work from home 1 or perhaps 2 days a week. The office is busy and upbeat, with employees working in corporate functions and production functions. It is a dog-friendly work environment, and bringing your furry companion to work with you is highly encouraged!
How Much:
Base salary commensurate with accounting experience, skills, and education, plus a small performance-based bonus, a health-spending account, CPA support, benefits, and product discounts. The salary range is commensurate with experience (team management, CPA designation, years of experience, etc.) and is in the range of $90,000 to $115,000. Please discuss your total compensation expectations in further detail with Swim Recruiting.
When & How to Apply:
If you are qualified for, and interested in, this great accounting management opportunity with a beloved Vancouver company, please let Swim Recruiting know as soon as possible as this search is moving quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out directly. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY' and send us your resume. Thanks!