Accountant

WHO WE ARE:

BE Power Equipment is a leading manufacturer of pressure washers, air compressors, generators, and water pumps serving industrial markets in over 30 countries. Headquartered in Abbotsford, BC, our third generation, family-owned business is focused on designing quality products and delivering exceptional service for our customers.

Are you looking to work for one of Canada's BEST MANAGED organizations that promotes teamwork, diversity and an inclusive work atmosphere with a collaborative office culture? Are you looking to make a difference, be creative, and contribute to a variety of projects?

We are looking for a seasoned and professional ACCOUNTANT to join our growing team! Don't miss out on this opportunity to be BE's next success story!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Reporting directly to the Senior Accountant and indirectly to the Controller, this role will be pivotal in building effective accounting best practices. This is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with tight deadlines. This role will support both Canadian and US operations.

The responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

Process period end, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, inventory reconciliations, rebates & commissions, and various balance sheet schedules

Assist in financial statement preparation and analysis

Assist in various analysis - actual to budget, YOY, YTD, etc

Reconcile general ledger accounts, sub ledgers, and prepare reconciliation entries

Participate in identifying and preventing discrepancies, and ensuring integrity of the GL

Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly & annual statutory reporting for various States and Province

Participate in cash flow planning involving local and foreign currencies (CAD, USD, EUR, RMB)

Assist in reconciliation of multiple monthly credit card statements and updating schedules

Reconcile monthly intercompany balances (multi-currency)

Assist in year-end audit/review engagements

Assist in continuous improvement activities, from idea generation to implementation

Maintain filing system within accounting function

Concur (expense management platform) accruals

Fleet management administration

Perform ad hoc tasks, reports, and other activities as required by management

Requirements

WHAT YOU HAVE & WHO YOU ARE:

You have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on accounting experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Post-secondary education in Accounting (College Diploma of Accounting Degree would be an asset)

You have sound knowledge of full-cycle accounting & accounting principles

A complex, multi-entity & multi-currency environment doesn't scare you away, in-fact, you thrive in this environment

You are familiar with intercompany transactions

You have experience in a manufacturing environment and PO systems

You have experience using and knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP),

If you have used Syspro in another environment, this would be a definite asset.

You have demonstrated your ability to independently plan your work and meet deadlines assigned

Your attention to detail is next level - having a high degree of accuracy in your work matters to you

You aren't afraid to show initiative and you take ownership of your work and responsibilities

You are an experienced user of Microsoft Office Suite of products.

You are a self-driven person who is organized and works well independently, but you can also jump in as part of a team

You are an effective communicator who can speak fluently using the English language

If you have experience with freight payables, this would be considered an asset

You have general knowledge of accounting principles

You are legally able to work in Canada.

If you think you'd be an ideal match for this opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Please note that we will only be contacting candidates who we feel would be well suited for this opportunity.

Benefits

WHY WORK FOR BE?

Aside from being recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed companies, we offer our employees:

Competitive salary package that is commensurate with experience, skill set & credentials

This position has a salary range of $50K - $70K which is dependent upon skills & experience

Group medical, dental & vision benefits including a robust Wellness Program (EAP)

Company RRSP matching plan

Flexible work hours including the potential for 1 work-from-home day per week

Healthy work life balance

Employee discount program

Training and development opportunities

Team socials and engagement events in and outside of the office

Modern, well-equipped work environment with excellent staff facilities

Employee welcome package and SWAG

Practical perks and rewards

Business Excellence Award recipient recognized by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce

Excellent team environment with FANTASTIC coworkers - there is no family like our BE family!