Retail Group Accountant

Our client a world leader in hearing aid technology is currently accepting applications for a Retail Group Accountant.

The company offers an attractive work environment and compensation package including; competitive salary, 21st century open office concept, medical benefits (health, dental, vision, drug, disability, life insurance), employee assistance program, three weeks minimum vacation, paid emergency leave, $400 health and fitness account, company paid training and development opportunities, company RRSP contribution plan and an employee stock purchase program.

The chosen individual will be responsible for:

·         Day-to-day accounting for all wholly-owned and managed retail businesses

·         Month-ends: facilitate data inflows, book adjusting journal entries, reports; variances and exception analysis

·         Provide accounting knowledge support to each retail business

·         Support integration of banking and controls, cash flow projections and needs analysis

·         Participation in aspects of full cycle accounting including A/R, A/P, Payroll, Banking, Inventory, Fixed assets, and Statutory reporting

·         Support Divisional Vice President in budgeting, forecasting, due diligence, developing core finance analysis, systems, procedures, and controls.

·         Accurate and timely reporting of financial performance

·         Facilitate meaningful and timely budgeting, with cooperation from operations and senior management

The individual should possess:

·         University Degree or College Diploma

·         Designated accountant (CMA, CGA)

·         3+ years of well-rounded accounting experience including experience in a small to mid-size operation or division

·         Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a small team

·         Experience accounting for multi-unit operations, and possibly multiple companies

·         Ideally accounting experience in a retail or medical practice operation

·         Proven ability to work effectively with diverse individuals to meet deadlines and achieve company goals

·         Ability, aptitude and interest to take on challenges and increased responsibilities inherent in a highly dynamic operation

·         Experience in ERP mainframe environments, ideally with Navision

·         Experience in a retail or wholesale setting

·         Self-starter, takes initiative

·         Results-oriented

·         Ability to multi-task, juggle multiple deadlines and diverse tasks

·         Proven ability to work with a range of personalities

·         Excellent communication skills

Please send your resume and salary expectations to tscott@peoplesource.ca

Quoting the reference 'Retail Group Accountant' in the subject line.

Although we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.