Accounting Manager - Financial Reporting

050 Best Buy Canada Ltd.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first approach

Tech discounts

Flexible health benefits and wellness

RRSP & TFSA

Company pension plan

Training programs

Job summary

Best Buy Canada is seeking an accounting manager for financial reporting to lead a diverse accounting team and oversee real estate and leasing, technology, and fixed assets. The role supports Best Buy Canada and Best Buy International with US GAAP reporting.

Located in the greater Vancouver area, this remote-first position emphasizes strategic collaboration, with in-person meetings five days per quarter. The ideal candidate has CPA/CA, 5+ years of accounting experience, and 3+ years of

Qualifications

• CPA or CA designation is required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in a mid-to-large organization.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge and application of GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial statement close process and ensure timely, accurate statements.
• Manage monthly reconciliations, balance sheet and P&L analysis, journal entries, and budgets.
• Lead month-end close and ensure US GAAP compliance; coordinate with Best Buy US external reporting.
• Build and manage a top-tier controllership team through recruitment, development and performance management.
• Support the Assistant Controller with reporting, special projects and US GAAP research.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Education

CPA/CA designation

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Are you a strategic and critical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy leading and developing people? If so, the accounting manager - financial reporting role could be a great fit for you! In this role, you will lead a diverse accounting team and oversee key areas of financial reporting and accounting, including real estate and leasing, technology, and fixed assets. You’ll partner closely with teams across Best Buy Canada and Best Buy International, providing financial expertise and supporting key business initiatives. In this role, the successful candidate is needed to be in the greater Vancouver, BC area, where we practice a remote first working model, leveraging in person interactions 5 days per quarter for strategic, collaborative, and social purposes. Join our collaborative and innovative team as an accounting manager - financial reporting!

What you’ll do as an accounting manager - financial reporting:

Oversee the financial statement close process, ensuring Best Buy Canada’s financial statements are prepared, reviewed, accurate, complete, and delivered within required timelines. Oversee monthly general ledger reconciliations, balance sheet and profit and loss variance analysis, journal entries, general ledger accounts, and annual budgets prepared by associates. Manage resources and timelines for month-end close, ensuring accounting within assigned areas complies with US GAAP. Partner with local and international stakeholders and cross-functional teams, applying professional judgment to new business opportunities and processes impacting your areas of responsibility. Design and implement SOX and non-SOX processes related to financial statements and month-end reporting, ensuring compliance with SOPs and US GAAP, and coordinate information required for Best Buy US external reporting. Build a best-in-class controllership team through recruitment, development, recognition, and performance management. Support the Assistant Controller with reporting requirements, special projects, and ad hoc responsibilities, including US GAAP research and recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in a mid-to-large-sized organization.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing a team.
• Strong knowledge and application of GAAP.
• A professional accounting designation, such as CPA or CA.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with large and complex data sets and related tools.

Why you’ll love it here:

• Remote-first work environment
• Employee discounts on awesome tech from day one
• Flexible health benefits and wellness program
• TFSA and RRSP programs
• 100% matched company pension plan
• Training programs to build new and transferable skills

About Best Buy

At Best Buy Canada, we bring tech to life – and make it fun! We are one of Canada’s largest and most successful retailers, operating the Best Buy, Best Buy Mobile, Best Buy Express, and Geek Squad brands. We offer consumers a unique shopping experience with the latest technology gadgets, entertainment products, and an expanded assortment of lifestyle products. We have one of the best work environments in the country! Our culture is one of inclusivity and belonging and provides employees an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work. Join our amazing team! We are looking for people just like you. When you’re part of our team, you’ll get amazing discounts and promotional pricing on everything from TVs and refrigerators to luggage and furniture. You’ll get a sneak peek at the newest tech devices before they hit the market! Employment opportunities are available across Canada, including at our Canadian Headquarters (CHQ) in Vancouver, BC, our two distribution centres (one in the west and one in the east), and in many of our retail store locations from coast to coast. We believe we have the unique opportunity to help customers enrich their lives and pursue their passions with the help of technology. Join us today! Let’s talk about what’s possible.

Annualized Compensation Range $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 This job is eligible for a company performance bonus in addition to the compensation range above. Starting pay offered will consider skills and experience. Your pay can grow as you build your career with us.

Suite 102 - 425 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1L3