Accountant
Location: Burnaby, BC
Position Type: Full-time, permanent (hybrid)
Salary: $60-70,000 per annum
Who We Are
At Spud, we believe that food is more than what’s on your plate: it’s how we enhance life while connecting to each other, our communities, and the planet.
As Western Canada’s leading online grocery delivery service, we champion healthy eating, sustainable farming practices, local food sourcing, and the reduction of food waste, powered by a highly automated, customized order and delivery system.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Accountant to support accounting operations.
The successful candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and motivated to grow their accounting experience in a fast-paced environment. This role will support core accounting functions, month-end and year-end processes, budgeting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating closely with the Finance Department and cross-functional teams.
What You’ll Do
· Perform core accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
· Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, supporting schedules, and working papers.
· Support month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
· Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and working capital analysis activities, including tracking key financial and operational metrics.
· Analyze financial and operational results, including sales trends, margin variances, and costing information, and provide insights to support business performance.
· Assist with corporate tax working papers, intercompany transactions, and period-end reporting activities.
· Support annual audit processes by coordinating documentation and responding to requests from external auditors and internal stakeholders.
· Help maintain and improve accounting processes, systems, and internal controls to support efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
· Collaborate closely with members of the Finance team and cross-functional departments to support organizational objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
· Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.
What You Bring
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
· Progress toward a CPA designation is considered an asset.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
· Strong systems aptitude with experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Dynamics 365 is strongly preferred.
· A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, take initiative, and continuously improve processes.
· Sound judgment, professionalism, and accountability in day-to-day responsibilities.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Spud, you’ll be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that believes great work and great impact go hand in hand. We celebrate curiosity, collaboration, and creativity; and we make time to celebrate wins along the way.
You’ll join a company where sustainability isn’t a slogan. It’s a shared commitment that guides how we think, create, and grow together.
Our Values
Our values drive our success and guide our growth:
- Work smart and deliver results. We reward hard work and focus on what matters most.
- Learn, grow, and celebrate. Continual progress matters and so does enjoying the journey and helping each other succeed.
- Create amazing customer experiences. We’re passionate about delivering for our customers.
- Lead with sustainability. Every decision counts: for our planet, our partners, and our people.
- Welcome different perspectives. Diversity makes us stronger.
- Stay committed and resilient. We show up with grit, passion, and purpose.
Inclusive Hiring at Spud
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the diversity within our team, welcoming different perspectives and experiences that make us stronger together.
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Why are you interested in working for Spud?
- If hired, what is your soonest available start date?
- What is your annual salary expectation?
- This position will be hybrid, requiring a minimum of Mondays & Tuesdays in the office, however we are looking for flexibility for days required (number and days per week). Is this something you can commit to?
- Is there anything else you would like us to know about you or your application? Thanks for applying with us.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burnaby, BC V3N 5G4
