Top Benefits
About the role
Senior Accountant - Contract
Requisition ID: 1433
Location: Bolton, Ontario, Canada, L7E 3A9
Job Type: Contract
Who We Are
Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight - we've been in business since 1927 and today, The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 30+ Ontario-based brewers! Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Experience Centre, and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate, and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities.
The Role
We are currently searching for a Senior Accountant reporting to the Supervisor, TBS Accounting. This is a 15-month, full-time contract opportunity. The Senior Accountant is responsible for month-end close, financial reporting, and analyzing complex financial accounts per IFRS and company policies. They will assess business transactions for accounting impacts and system requirements, assist in preparing annual financial statements and note disclosures, and support internal and external audits. This role focuses on lease accounting, fixed assets, intangibles, and related expenses.
Location
Our Corporate Office is located in Bolton, ON. We offer a hybrid work model with visits into the office a minimum of three times per week and on an as-needed basis depending on the role and function.
What You'll Be Doing
- Perform monthly accounting activities including preparation of recurring, non-recurring and complex journal entries
- Coordinate with the business to ensure compliance of end-to-end processes and timely resolution of accounting matters providing guidance and advice as required
- Monitor planned activity and liaise with the business to ensure timely recording of additions, terminations, renewals or changes to fixed assets and leases, as well as related expenses and accruals (e.g. common area maintenance and property tax)
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for leases, fixed assets, intangibles and related accrued liabilities
- Analyze and identify issues with financial results and document the nature and follow-up activities required for timely resolution
- Perform root cause analysis independently, recommend improvements and assist with implementation of complex solutions
- Complete continuity and supporting schedules on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
- Ensure accuracy of the financial results in accordance with IFRS
- Prepare monthly lease reporting for major shareholders
- Review complex business transactions and identify relevant accounting and reporting issues and system requirements
- Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements including note disclosures
- Provide analysis and supporting documentation required to satisfy internal and external audit requirements
- Other related duties and projects as assigned
Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
- Post-secondary degree in Accounting or Finance
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and/or Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation(s) an asset
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with a strong background in fixed asset management and lease accounting
- Previous experience with SAP is considered an asset
Skills
- Working knowledge of IFRS
- Working knowledge of financial statements, able to understand financial analysis
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; advanced Excel skills including the ability to create and manage complex worksheets and pivot tables
- Experienced in ERP accounting systems such as SAP, Business Warehouse, experience with system implementations an asset
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with employees across all levels of the organization
- Self-motivated, strong analytical, problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Ability to work outside the normal hours during month-end and other peak periods
What We Offer
Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business.
We work to recognize you in meaningful ways including a competitive compensation, a health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, recognition programs, hybrid work arrangement, summer hours, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment.
- Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
About The Beer Store
Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight; we've been in business since 1927 and continue to be the leading retailer and distribution channel of beer in Ontario.
We’re a Canadian organization proudly owned by 30 Ontario-based brewers, both large and small. We employ over 7,000 hardworking Beer Champions across Ontario who bring our vision and core values to life. There's no other team of beer experts who live and love all things beer as much as we do.
What is a "Beer Champion?"...A Beer Champion isn’t just a customer favourite or a great teammate. We’re beer enthusiasts, health and safety advocates, environmental stewards as well as caring members of our communities. We bring our Core Values to life by continuously learning about the products we sell, working safely to make sure everyone goes home as healthy as they arrived, taking back all empty alcohol containers and packaging, diligently ensuring alcohol stays out of the hands of minors and intoxicated individuals, as well as treating each other with dignity and respect.
Why You’ll Love Working Here: -We’ve got a Fun, Friendly & Genuine Culture -You’ll Enjoy a Flexible Environment with Opportunities for Growth -You’ll be Recognized & Rewarded
We’ve got plenty of exciting job opportunities across Ontario in our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Corporate Office, Draught Services, and Customer Contact Centre. If you share our passion for all things beer, join us!
To view a comprehensive list of career opportunities, please visit our website at http://www.thebeerstore.ca/about-us/careers
Top Benefits
About the role
Senior Accountant - Contract
Requisition ID: 1433
Location: Bolton, Ontario, Canada, L7E 3A9
Job Type: Contract
Who We Are
Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight - we've been in business since 1927 and today, The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 30+ Ontario-based brewers! Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Experience Centre, and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate, and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities.
The Role
We are currently searching for a Senior Accountant reporting to the Supervisor, TBS Accounting. This is a 15-month, full-time contract opportunity. The Senior Accountant is responsible for month-end close, financial reporting, and analyzing complex financial accounts per IFRS and company policies. They will assess business transactions for accounting impacts and system requirements, assist in preparing annual financial statements and note disclosures, and support internal and external audits. This role focuses on lease accounting, fixed assets, intangibles, and related expenses.
Location
Our Corporate Office is located in Bolton, ON. We offer a hybrid work model with visits into the office a minimum of three times per week and on an as-needed basis depending on the role and function.
What You'll Be Doing
- Perform monthly accounting activities including preparation of recurring, non-recurring and complex journal entries
- Coordinate with the business to ensure compliance of end-to-end processes and timely resolution of accounting matters providing guidance and advice as required
- Monitor planned activity and liaise with the business to ensure timely recording of additions, terminations, renewals or changes to fixed assets and leases, as well as related expenses and accruals (e.g. common area maintenance and property tax)
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for leases, fixed assets, intangibles and related accrued liabilities
- Analyze and identify issues with financial results and document the nature and follow-up activities required for timely resolution
- Perform root cause analysis independently, recommend improvements and assist with implementation of complex solutions
- Complete continuity and supporting schedules on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
- Ensure accuracy of the financial results in accordance with IFRS
- Prepare monthly lease reporting for major shareholders
- Review complex business transactions and identify relevant accounting and reporting issues and system requirements
- Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements including note disclosures
- Provide analysis and supporting documentation required to satisfy internal and external audit requirements
- Other related duties and projects as assigned
Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
- Post-secondary degree in Accounting or Finance
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and/or Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation(s) an asset
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with a strong background in fixed asset management and lease accounting
- Previous experience with SAP is considered an asset
Skills
- Working knowledge of IFRS
- Working knowledge of financial statements, able to understand financial analysis
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; advanced Excel skills including the ability to create and manage complex worksheets and pivot tables
- Experienced in ERP accounting systems such as SAP, Business Warehouse, experience with system implementations an asset
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with employees across all levels of the organization
- Self-motivated, strong analytical, problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Ability to work outside the normal hours during month-end and other peak periods
What We Offer
Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business.
We work to recognize you in meaningful ways including a competitive compensation, a health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, recognition programs, hybrid work arrangement, summer hours, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment.
- Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
About The Beer Store
Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight; we've been in business since 1927 and continue to be the leading retailer and distribution channel of beer in Ontario.
We’re a Canadian organization proudly owned by 30 Ontario-based brewers, both large and small. We employ over 7,000 hardworking Beer Champions across Ontario who bring our vision and core values to life. There's no other team of beer experts who live and love all things beer as much as we do.
What is a "Beer Champion?"...A Beer Champion isn’t just a customer favourite or a great teammate. We’re beer enthusiasts, health and safety advocates, environmental stewards as well as caring members of our communities. We bring our Core Values to life by continuously learning about the products we sell, working safely to make sure everyone goes home as healthy as they arrived, taking back all empty alcohol containers and packaging, diligently ensuring alcohol stays out of the hands of minors and intoxicated individuals, as well as treating each other with dignity and respect.
Why You’ll Love Working Here: -We’ve got a Fun, Friendly & Genuine Culture -You’ll Enjoy a Flexible Environment with Opportunities for Growth -You’ll be Recognized & Rewarded
We’ve got plenty of exciting job opportunities across Ontario in our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Corporate Office, Draught Services, and Customer Contact Centre. If you share our passion for all things beer, join us!
To view a comprehensive list of career opportunities, please visit our website at http://www.thebeerstore.ca/about-us/careers