Job Description

Overview:
Fountain Tire is hiring an Accountant to join our team, working out of our Corporate Office in South Edmonton. This is a temporary position terminating April 30, 2024. The Accountant primary responsibility is to ensure all entries are recorded in the proper periods thereby enabling the completion of accurate and timely monthly financial statements.

Functional Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provide on accounting transactions, processes, and investigation of any related queries.
• On a monthly basis conduct the proper analysis, prepare and record the necessary entries to ensure that:
  • Month end is accurately completed by specified deadlines; including the completion of all items on the month end checklist which are assigned to you.
  • Intercompany reconciliations are accurately completed by the specified deadlines.
  • Subsidiary records for accrued purchases agree to the general ledger.
• On a quarterly basis ensure:
  • That other significant balance sheet accounts are reasonable and any necessary entries are recorded by the specified deadline.
  • Quarterly financial statement reviews are completed with the management team and the necessary entries are made by the specified deadline.
• On an annual basis ensure:
  • Participation with the budget process, ensuring complete and accurate budget delivery by the specified deadlines.
  • Budget support provided to operations is effective.
  • Participation with the inventory count process, including training and review of count results.
  • Inventory count support provided to operations is effective.
  • Assigned year-end tasks are completed by the specified deadlines.
  • Prepare corporate tax returns as required.
• Ensure necessary financial and adhoc reporting is completed as required; including the necessary review to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with query management and communications policies.
• Ensure journal entries are processed in accordance with the current policy.
• Complete the necessary review and entries to ensure accurate accounting for corporate tax.
• Complete working papers, lead sheets and other risk analysis, including the necessary entries to ensure accuracy of the financials by the specified deadlines.
• Participate in the documentation, recording and completion of share transactions, new start-ups and closures as required.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.
• Actively participate in the review and recommendation of accounting processes and control improvements with a focus on building efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in all safety initiatives, as required or assigned, to guarantee safety at Fountain Tire.

What do we offer?

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family including RRSP matching
• Recognition and incentives for your contribution to the organization
• Educational Allowances that support individual growth and development
• Policies and programs that support a balanced lifestyle, including flex days and an easy commute to our office located close to Calgary Trail and Southside Anthony Henday
• Discounts for you and your family on tires, parts and services at all Fountain Tire locations

Why work for Fountain Tire?

• We are a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
• We are one of the 10 largest independent tire dealers in North America, and recipient of many Customer Service and Best Business Awards
• We continually strive to expand our operations in existing markets, as well as new markets and currently, we have over 160 stores from BC through Ontario

Required Education and Experience

• 
  Enrolment in the CPA program would be considered a definite asset.
• College diploma with a major in accounting and 3 to 5 years of related experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX would be considered a definite asset.

The necessary experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required in the role:

• Communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to work with a variety of people in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of financial statement preparation and reporting.
• Demonstrated professionalism when dealing with financial information.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external associates.
• Proven organizational and time management skills in order to effectively manage multiple priorities and competing demands within tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with an attention to detail in order to research and escalate issues.
• Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
• A willingness to learn.
• Working knowledge of tax return preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other Financial Reporting software (FRX, Target, Forecaster, TaxPrep).

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply on-line.