Job Description

Company Overview

At RC Pets, we are dedicated to enhancing the bond between pets and their guardians through innovative, fashionable, and functional pet products. Our commitment to superior comfort and value ensures that pets receive the same quality of products that we expect for ourselves.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Vancouver. Reporting to the CFO, the Accounting Manger is accountable for the full range of accounting cycle duties and responsibilities, focused upon the financial and operational accounting transactions for the company and 3 subsidiaries. The Accounting Manager is accountable for managing a team consisting of an Accountant, and Accounts Receivable Specialist. This role will support the CFO in the financial affairs of the organization including, budgeting, accounting, reporting, investment, financing, insurance, and tax activities. The position ensures effective financial governance, the accurate reflection of business activities in the company's records.

Responsibilities

Perform month-end and year-end close

Prepare/review financial statements and associated management report package

Prepares financial analyses and reports to assist senior team in effective management decision making

Review monthly financial results with department managers

Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations

Prepare accounting entries in accordance with established accounting principles, transfer pricing policies and procedures

Prepare and assist with year end tax filing and review engagement with external auditors. Ensure all company returns are accounted for and filed before deadline

Manage the day-to-day work of the accounting team.

Support the CFO in the preparation of annual budget

Complete Canadian and US tax filings (GST/HST, PST, EHT, US state sales tax) according to legislative requirement

Prepare/Monitor weekly cash flow forecast and oversee fund transfer/EFT/Wire payments. Make recommendations to CFO as required.

Monitor daily banking transactions

Review monthly/quarterly/annually commission and calculate bonus payout

Review AP invoices and approve payments to vendors

Assist / record keep company department KPI spreadsheet

Manage Pricing changes and monitor and review product costing.

Maintain Capital Assets Amortization Schedule

Maintain Accounting SOPs and ensure sufficient coverage for the accounting department when a team member goes on vacation

In conjunction with CFO, review, develop, ensure internal controls are in place within the company.

Participate in or leads financial accounting projects

Leading the ad-hoc requests by various departments on a daily basis

Perform other duties and projects as required

Develop and ensure accounting team achieves annual KPIs

Ensures the efficient processing, recording and reconciliation of all payments, accounts receivable transactions, general ledger entries, changes to capital assets, and payroll; ensures the appropriate application of accounting principles and the accurate reflection of business activities in the records and books of account

Team establishes strong working relationships with Customers regarding their credit arrangements; manages the credit function including granting credit, monitoring accounts receivables, preparing credit exposure reports and coordinating collection action

Primary administering payroll system, biweekly Canada and semi-weekly US, all other payroll related functions up to and including responding to payroll discrepancies, generating payroll reports, off cycles, benefits, generate ROE as needed, T4s, and other payroll related enquiries. Monthly bonus calculations, processing monthly commissions.

Administers benefit plans, including enrollments, changes and terminations and reconciles monthly benefits statements.

Manages the activities of the accounting department, manages performance and development, resolves employee issues and hires and terminates staff as necessary.

Qualifications

Accounting designation (CPA) is required

5+ years of proven and successful accounting experience, preferably with financial statement preparation, statutory reporting, staff management, and account reconciliations

Advanced knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE)

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP, etc.), and a working knowledge of Word and Outlook

Experience with Netsuite ERP system is an asset

Experience with ADP Workforce Now is considered an asset

Strong organization and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize multiple demands in a timely manner

Self-motivated with high standards; ability to set priorities and work accurately within tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong evaluative and analytical skills; ability to problem solve and make appropriate accounting decisions

Highly developed written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively

Ability to establish and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external personnel at all levels of the organization

Recognizes when to seek advice, assistance, or counsel on complex issues

Previous leadership experience is an asset, demonstrated leadership capability is essential

Must be comfortable working in an office with multiple dogs

Call-To-Action

If you are passionate about pets and want to make a difference in the pet product industry, we invite you to apply today! Join us at RC Pets where your expertise will help us create exceptional experiences for pets and their guardians.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Store discount Tuition reimbursement Vision care Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC V5X 4V6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

This job requires 4 days in office with 1 day of flexibility to work from home, are you OK with this arrangement? Are you comfortable working in an environment with multiple dogs?
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Management: 5 years (required) Accounting: 5 years (required) Payroll: 3 years (preferred) people management: 3 years (required) Microsoft Excel: 5 years (required)
Language:

proficient English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)
Location:

Vancouver, BC V5X 4V6 (required)
Willingness to travel:

100% (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V5X 4V6