Accounting & Disbursements Manager

FOUNTAIN TIRE; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short‑term incentive

Benefits package

RRSP matching

Discounts on tires

Job summary

Fountain Tire is seeking a dedicated Accounting & Disbursements Manager to lead our corporate accounting team at the South Edmonton Head Office, overseeing full‑cycle accounting, accurate reporting, ASPE compliance, internal controls, and continuous process improvements.

You will manage month‑end close, budgeting, forecasting, year‑end planning, audits support, and implement technology‑driven payment solutions while partnering with stakeholders to optimize reporting and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation is required.
• 7 years of related experience plus a minimum of 3 years in a leadership position is required.
• Demonstrated initiative in recognizing efficiencies and implementing process improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to work with a variety of people in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and time management skills to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Strong financial systems skills, with FP&A tools and related reporting capabilities.
• Experience with Microsoft D365 would be considered an asset.
• Experience with Anaplan would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Disbursements Accounting team through coaching and performance management.
• Monitor and support ASPE compliance, policies, and internal controls.
• Review month-end close and financial reporting for accuracy and timeliness.
• Communicate financial results to stakeholders.
• Review balance sheet accounts and quarterly provisions for accuracy.
• Lead forecasting and budgeting processes and reflect material deviations.
• Develop and manage year-end plan and deadlines.
• Support internal and external audits as needed.
• Manage cheque-run payments to vendors and service providers.
• Develop standard and ad hoc financial analyses to support decision‑making.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and payment solutions to improve efficiency and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

ASPE knowledge

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Budgeting

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Team coaching

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft D365

Anaplan

Job description

Overview

Fountain Tire is seeking a dedicated Accounting & Disbursements Manager to be a key player in our dynamic corporate accounting team based in our South Edmonton Corporate Head Office.

This vital role is responsible for leading full-cycle accounting procedures, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and will play a key role in developing a high‑performing accounting team. The role will also oversee ASPE and policy compliance, internal controls, stakeholder communication, process efficiencies, fraud prevention and improvements to technology and electronic payments.

What do we offer at Fountain Tire?

At Fountain Tire, we’re committed to supporting our Associates’ well-being and financial future. Together, these benefits reflect our core purpose: helping people get there – safely, sustainably, and successfully.

• Competitive salary: $100,000 to $115,000 per year
• A Short-Term Incentive Program with a target incentive of 15% to recognize your contributions to the organization
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision care, along with life insurance and short/long term disability programs
• Competitive RRSP matching program, helping you plan for a secure and successful retirement
• Policies and programs that support a balanced lifestyle and an easy commute to our office located close to the Calgary Trail and Southside Anthony Henday
• Discounts for you and your family on tires, parts, and services at all Fountain Tire locations

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the Disbursements Accounting team through effective performance management, daily coaching, and ongoing skill development.
• Monitor and support compliance with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE), company policies, procedures and established processes.
• Review and ensure accurate and timely completion of the month-end checklist and financial reporting
• Ensure timely communication of financial results to stakeholders
• Respond to inquiries in accordance with the communication policy
• Review balance sheet accounts and quarterly provisions for accuracy and reasonableness
• Lead the forecasting process and reflect material budget deviations in the full-year forecast
• Lead the budgeting process to support stakeholders and deliver the budget package on time
• Develop and manage the year-end plan ensuring specified deadlines are met
• Provide internal and external audit support as needed.
• Manage cheque-run payments to Fountain Tire Group vendors and service providers.
• Develop standard and ad hoc financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and payment solutions to improve efficiency, reporting, fraud prevention and stakeholder experience.

What does it take to get on track?

• Professional accounting designation is required
• 7 years of related experience plus a minimum of 3 years in a leadership position is required.
• Demonstrated initiative in recognizing efficiencies and implementing process improvements
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to work with a variety of people in a team environment.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail to research and lift issues.
• Solid organizational and time management skills to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Strong financial systems skills, with advanced proficiency in FP&A software and related reporting tools.
• Experience with Microsoft D365 would be considered a definite asset.
• Experience with Anaplan would be considered a definite asset.
• To support our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, candidates selected for this role will be required to successfully complete background and credit checks prior to employment.

At Fountain Tire, you would have a great place to work!

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