Role: Accounting Manager
Location: Burnaby, BC
Salary Range: $105,000 - $115,000
The Role:As a member of the Leadership team, the Accounting Manager will oversee full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and U.S. entity operations while supporting month-end/year-end close, compliance, and internal controls. This role will also contribute to budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, tax and audit activities, and financial analysis to support business decision-making. Working closely with internal leaders and external advisors, the Accounting Manager will help strengthen processes, improve efficiencies, and support the continued growth of the finance function.
YOUR core responsibilities:Financial Operations & Full-Cycle Accounting- Manage the general ledger and oversee full-cycle accounting, and act as the financial lead for the US operations.
- Lead preparation of month-end and year-end closing procedures, including all balance sheet reconciliations. Ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with ASPE, IFRS and US GAAP.
- Prepare and present draft financial statements and ad-hoc reports for review by senior management.
- Collaborate with the Controller on complex accounting issues, including transfer pricing and intercompany transactions.
- Take ownership of key accounting processes and drive improvements in efficiency and internal controls.
- Participate in strategic financial planning and analysis, including forecasting and scenario modeling.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with department managers and senior leadership to support business objectives.
- Participate in cross-functional projects, such as system upgrades, process redesigns, and new business initiatives.
- Liaise with external auditors and advisors, supporting audit and compliance activities.
Treasury, Taxation & Legal- Monitor cash flow and liquidity, providing daily cash position, forecasting & working capital reports
- Oversee sales tax, income tax, and regulatory compliance for the US entity.
- Develop expertise in US GAAP, tax regulations, and legal requirements.
Budgeting & Financial Planning- Prepare annual operating budgets and long-term financial models.
- Collect departmental submissions & build forecasts.
- Perform budget variances and prepare scenario analyses.
- Mentor junior staff and support their professional development.
Reporting, Internal Controls & Optimization- Support financial reporting by preparing variance analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, and draft management reports.
- Prepare margin analyses, customer analysis, forecast & sensitivity models
- Identify inefficiencies in existing workflows and champion the automation of accounting processes.
- Document and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
- Assist with external audits and tax filings for both Canadian and U.S. entities.
What YOU BRING to Watson Gloves:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
- CPA designation; commitment to ongoing professional development. Full-cycle accounting experience.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities, with a proven record of managing 3+ direct reports.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and people skills.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and reconciliation skills.
- Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
- Strong understanding of US GAAP, ASPE and IFRS, and US tax regulations is an asset.
- Demonstrated understanding of payroll processes, compliance, and best practices to support future oversight of payroll operations.
- Solid grasp of cost accounting principles, including inventory costing and product pricing strategies, to enable effective collaboration with cost accounting functions and prepare for future supervisory responsibilities.
- Proven ability to manage projects, drive change, and mentor others.
- Experience working with US companies and multi-entity environments is an asset but not required.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (EPICOR preferred) and Excel.
- High integrity, analytical thinking, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Our VALUES:- Family Spirit: we support each other and we work as a team
- Integrity: we deliver on our promises every single day
- Fun: we work hard and play hard
- Authentic: we are true to who we are and what we do
- Continuous Improvement: We continually invest in our people and improving our processes
What we OFFER:- Competitive compensation package including bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package and time off policies
- RRSP matching program
- Company laptop & cell phone
- Opportunity to work from home 1 day per week, eligible after 90 days of onsite work
- Opportunities for professional development through our Talent Investment Program
- On-site gym and fitness equipment
- On-site parking available
- Great work environment & culture - we're recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies!
- Lots of fun events & company SWAG
Thank you for your interest in Watson Gloves #WG! Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. We wish you the best in your job search.
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