Top Benefits
About the role
About Left Coast Naturals & Hippie Snacks:
Left Coast Naturals & Hippie Snacks is an organic and natural food distributor and manufacturer based in Burnaby, British Columbia and is the first distributor in North America to have a formal Non-GMO Policy. We distribute over 30 brands, 200 bulk foods products, and several of our own brands including Hippie Snacks and Left Coast Organics to grocery, specialty, and natural food stores across North America. We are committed to serving the planet, the community, and our customer and believe that food made right can make a difference. At our core we’re Good People providing Good Food.
No recruiters or phone calls regarding this position please.
Role:
The Accountant is a member of the Finance Team and is responsible for maintaining timely, accurate, and relevant financial, customer, and employee information in support of the objectives of the Strategic Plan. Note this role will be 4 days a week for the first 6 months, increasing to 5 days a week after that.
Supervision Received: This position reports to the CFO.
Supervision Provided: None.
Responsibilities:
General:
- Adheres to the LCN code of conduct, Health & Safety policies, and the employee handbook.
- Completes all Human Resource related activities related to the position, including the development and execution of quarterly performance agreements.
Accounting & Finance:
- Assists in the monthly and year-end closing, as well as the preparation of the annual budget and forecasts.
- Prepares monthly and year-end bank and other financial reconciliations, journal entries, as well as other ad-hoc reports and reconciliations, as required.
- Responsible for reporting daily and monthly sales and service metrics.
- Processes payroll, benefits, incentives, vacation and sick time submissions using Payworks.
- Reviews Accounts Receivable and follows up to ensure invalid charges are disputed/recovered.
- Ensures all Finance related statutory remittances and compliance filings are submitted on time. Some examples include GST/HST, PST, Corporate Tax, Schedule G, and Statistics Canada.
- Conducts government, container recycling, and other financial audits, providing inventory count support as needed.
- Maintains Sales & Spending databases and updates related reports monthly.
- Maintains the internal financial control framework, informing the CFO of any deficiencies.
- Backup support for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and the Accounting Manager.
- Develops and maintains standard operating procedures related to the role.
- Provides EDI and ERP support as needed.
- Keeps records up to date and secure, including new hire forms/checklists, employment agreements, TD1s, and Records of Employment.
- Maintains and provides information related to environmental sustainability
- Updates databases related to metrics, environmental initiatives, and career plans
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Education Required:
- Degree in Business Administration or Commerce. A post-secondary diploma in Accounting/Payroll/Business Administration and additional relevant experience will also be considered.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a mid-level Accounting/Finance position with payroll responsibilities.
- Understanding of relevant payroll, labour, GST, PST, WCB and corporate taxation requirements.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel (including advanced formulas, pivots, PowerBI), and Access.
- Knowledge of ERP software, Sage BusinessVision and Payworks experience are assets.
- Self-motivated and highly organized.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA, CMA, CA) and/or professional payroll designation would be an asset but are not required.
- Problem solving attitude, logical approach to overcoming challenges and developing solutions
- Balances the need to follow policy while still delivering an excellent customer experience
- Excellent, professional communicator (in English, written and oral)
- Highly detail oriented; hates making mistakes and learns from them when they happen
- Experience in ERP implementations and/or a systems mindset
- Experience processing payroll and benefits
Working Conditions:
- Works in an office environment, with extended periods at a desk and using a computer.
- Standard hours are Monday through Thursday (Friday after 6 months), 8:00am to 4:30pm, with some flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week.
- Overtime may be required during specific periods of the business cycle such as the Annual Audit.
Why Work with Left Coast Naturals? Our values are exemplified by the range of employee benefits we offer which include:
- Life Balance and Vacation Benefits including flexible works schedules, retirement transition program, flex days for personal use and paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.
- Extended Health Benefits
- RRSP Matching Program
- Performance Bonuses
- Paid Community Volunteer Days
- Environmental Cash Incentives for cycling or walking to work, taking public transportation, carpooling, buying organic groceries, making environmental improvements to households, buying a bicycle and car co-op membership, etc.
- Training and Professional Development
- Purchase Discounts and Samples
- Company Sponsored Social Activities
- See the full list on our website
About Left Coast Naturals
Left Coast Naturals is an organic and natural food manufacturer and distributor based in Burnaby, British Columbia. The brands we manufacture are Hippie Foods, Skeet & Ike's, and Left Coast Bulk Foods. We also market and distribute approximately 30 brands and 200 bulk food commodities to more than 500 stores across Western Canada.
Left Coast Naturals follows a different distribution model. We focus intensely on a limited number of brands, enabling our sales team to know each brand intimately. Our unique distribution approach and full service category management help us to establish a strong retail product presence and quickly build sales. We treat people the way we want to be treated. If we say we will do something then we will do whatever it takes to make it happen.
Our triple bottom line philosophy (People, Planet and Prosperity) incorporates sustainability in everything we do. It's embedded in our products, culture, and the way we do business. We take the time to get to know farmers and manufacturers. This ensures our food is at its peak in quality and taste, and grown in a fair, environmentally friendly way. We believe that food made right can make the World a better place.
Top Benefits
About the role
About Left Coast Naturals & Hippie Snacks:
Left Coast Naturals & Hippie Snacks is an organic and natural food distributor and manufacturer based in Burnaby, British Columbia and is the first distributor in North America to have a formal Non-GMO Policy. We distribute over 30 brands, 200 bulk foods products, and several of our own brands including Hippie Snacks and Left Coast Organics to grocery, specialty, and natural food stores across North America. We are committed to serving the planet, the community, and our customer and believe that food made right can make a difference. At our core we’re Good People providing Good Food.
No recruiters or phone calls regarding this position please.
Role:
The Accountant is a member of the Finance Team and is responsible for maintaining timely, accurate, and relevant financial, customer, and employee information in support of the objectives of the Strategic Plan. Note this role will be 4 days a week for the first 6 months, increasing to 5 days a week after that.
Supervision Received: This position reports to the CFO.
Supervision Provided: None.
Responsibilities:
General:
- Adheres to the LCN code of conduct, Health & Safety policies, and the employee handbook.
- Completes all Human Resource related activities related to the position, including the development and execution of quarterly performance agreements.
Accounting & Finance:
- Assists in the monthly and year-end closing, as well as the preparation of the annual budget and forecasts.
- Prepares monthly and year-end bank and other financial reconciliations, journal entries, as well as other ad-hoc reports and reconciliations, as required.
- Responsible for reporting daily and monthly sales and service metrics.
- Processes payroll, benefits, incentives, vacation and sick time submissions using Payworks.
- Reviews Accounts Receivable and follows up to ensure invalid charges are disputed/recovered.
- Ensures all Finance related statutory remittances and compliance filings are submitted on time. Some examples include GST/HST, PST, Corporate Tax, Schedule G, and Statistics Canada.
- Conducts government, container recycling, and other financial audits, providing inventory count support as needed.
- Maintains Sales & Spending databases and updates related reports monthly.
- Maintains the internal financial control framework, informing the CFO of any deficiencies.
- Backup support for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and the Accounting Manager.
- Develops and maintains standard operating procedures related to the role.
- Provides EDI and ERP support as needed.
- Keeps records up to date and secure, including new hire forms/checklists, employment agreements, TD1s, and Records of Employment.
- Maintains and provides information related to environmental sustainability
- Updates databases related to metrics, environmental initiatives, and career plans
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Education Required:
- Degree in Business Administration or Commerce. A post-secondary diploma in Accounting/Payroll/Business Administration and additional relevant experience will also be considered.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a mid-level Accounting/Finance position with payroll responsibilities.
- Understanding of relevant payroll, labour, GST, PST, WCB and corporate taxation requirements.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel (including advanced formulas, pivots, PowerBI), and Access.
- Knowledge of ERP software, Sage BusinessVision and Payworks experience are assets.
- Self-motivated and highly organized.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA, CMA, CA) and/or professional payroll designation would be an asset but are not required.
- Problem solving attitude, logical approach to overcoming challenges and developing solutions
- Balances the need to follow policy while still delivering an excellent customer experience
- Excellent, professional communicator (in English, written and oral)
- Highly detail oriented; hates making mistakes and learns from them when they happen
- Experience in ERP implementations and/or a systems mindset
- Experience processing payroll and benefits
Working Conditions:
- Works in an office environment, with extended periods at a desk and using a computer.
- Standard hours are Monday through Thursday (Friday after 6 months), 8:00am to 4:30pm, with some flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week.
- Overtime may be required during specific periods of the business cycle such as the Annual Audit.
Why Work with Left Coast Naturals? Our values are exemplified by the range of employee benefits we offer which include:
- Life Balance and Vacation Benefits including flexible works schedules, retirement transition program, flex days for personal use and paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.
- Extended Health Benefits
- RRSP Matching Program
- Performance Bonuses
- Paid Community Volunteer Days
- Environmental Cash Incentives for cycling or walking to work, taking public transportation, carpooling, buying organic groceries, making environmental improvements to households, buying a bicycle and car co-op membership, etc.
- Training and Professional Development
- Purchase Discounts and Samples
- Company Sponsored Social Activities
- See the full list on our website
About Left Coast Naturals
Left Coast Naturals is an organic and natural food manufacturer and distributor based in Burnaby, British Columbia. The brands we manufacture are Hippie Foods, Skeet & Ike's, and Left Coast Bulk Foods. We also market and distribute approximately 30 brands and 200 bulk food commodities to more than 500 stores across Western Canada.
Left Coast Naturals follows a different distribution model. We focus intensely on a limited number of brands, enabling our sales team to know each brand intimately. Our unique distribution approach and full service category management help us to establish a strong retail product presence and quickly build sales. We treat people the way we want to be treated. If we say we will do something then we will do whatever it takes to make it happen.
Our triple bottom line philosophy (People, Planet and Prosperity) incorporates sustainability in everything we do. It's embedded in our products, culture, and the way we do business. We take the time to get to know farmers and manufacturers. This ensures our food is at its peak in quality and taste, and grown in a fair, environmentally friendly way. We believe that food made right can make the World a better place.