General Accounting Manager

Couche-Tard; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance

Pension Plan

Share Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Training & Development

Recognition & Rewards

Mentorship Program

Scholarship Program

Job summary

Couche-Tard/Circle K seeks a General Accounting Manager in Laval, QC. The role reports to the Director of General Accounting and oversees bank reconciliations, internal billing, and tax processes within Global Shared Services—Finance.

You will review analyses, close periods, and drive process improvements in a SOX-compliant environment. Requirements include a Bachelor’s in accounting, CPA designation, at least 5 years in accounting, and 2 years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA certification.
• Excellent command of Excel and Word.
• Meticulous, independent, and show initiative.
• Able to manage priorities well while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review bank entries and reconciliations in Canadian and foreign currencies.
• Prepare invoicing for Irving's common expenses.
• Review and approve balance sheet account analyses (accruals, prepaid expenses, taxes) using Blackline.
• Review and approve sales taxes and ensure returns are filed on time.
• Review invoicing to franchisees.
• Close accounting periods and administer tasks in the PDI accounting system.
• Participate in continuous improvement of tools and procedures.
• Follow up on outstanding items in accounts.
• Validate general ledger reconciliations performed by analysts.
• Apply internal controls in accordance with SOX standards.

Skills

Excel

Word

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

Blackline

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM!

At Couche-Tard/Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer’s lives a little easier everyday. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Couche-Tard/Circle K is. We have grown into a successful global company with over 17,000 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 9 million customers every day. In total, approximately 149,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!

General Accounting Manager

Department: Accounting

Location: On site, Laval, QC (4204 boulevard Industriel, H7L 0E3)

Type of employment: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours)

Reporting to the Director of General Accounting within the Global Shared Services - Finance team, the Manager will be responsible for overseeing accounting activities related to bank reconciliations, internal billing, and taxes, while ensuring compliance with internal controls (SOX). They will play a key role in reviewing and approving account analyses, closing accounting periods, and continuously improving financial processes and tools.

What You’ll Do

• Review bank entries and reconciliations in Canadian and foreign currencies;


• Prepare invoicing for Irving's common expenses;


• Review and approve balance sheet account analyses (accruals, prepaid expenses, taxes) using the Blackline tool;


• Review and approve sales taxes and ensure that returns are filed on time;


• Review invoicing to franchisees;


• Close accounting periods and administer various tasks in the PDI accounting system;


• Participate in the continuous improvement of the tools used in the position and in the improvement of procedures;


• Follow up on outstanding items in the accounts;


• Validate general ledger reconciliations performed by analysts;


• Apply internal controls in accordance with SOX standards.

What You’ll Need

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting;


• CPA certification

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience;


• Minimum of 2 years of team supervision experience.

Knowledge and skills:

• Excellent command of office automation tools such as Excel and Word;


• Meticulous, independent, and show initiative;


• Able to manage priorities well while meeting deadlines;


• Demonstrate an intuitive ability for optimization.

Language skills:

• Bilingualism required (Advanced French and English) both spoken and written, as the person will be required to work and communicate regularly in English while performing the tasks outlined above. Specifically, the role requires collaboration with global teams.

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK HERE:

Benefits package:

• Group Insurance Program: Stay healthy and happy! Our plan provides you with the flexibility to choose coverage that best meets your needs and add optional insurance (health and dental care, long-term disability, life insurance, health spending account)


• Pension Plan: Plan for your future and retire with peace of mind with our pension plan, helping you build a secure financial future.


• Share Purchase Plan: Invest in your future and share in our success with our employee stock purchase plan, allowing you to become a shareholder of Couche-Tard/Circle K.


• Paid Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, and personal days to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Additional Perks:

• Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our products and services, making it even easier to fuel up and stock up on your favorite goodies.


• Training and Development: Grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing training and development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and online courses.


• Recognition and Rewards: We celebrate our team's achievements and milestones with a range of recognition programs, rewards, and incentives to show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication.


• Mentorship Program: Take your career to new heights with our mentorship program, where seasoned professionals provide guidance, support, and valuable insights to help you reach your full potential.


• Scholarship Program: Invest in your education and future success with our scholarship program, available not only to our employees but also to their children. We're committed to supporting your lifelong learning journey and empowering you to achieve your academic and career goals.

At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join our team and contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Couche-Tard / Circle K valorise la diversité et de l’inclusion et vise à créer un milieu de travail sain, accessible et gratifiant qui met en valeur la contribution unique de nos employés au succès de notre entreprise. En tant qu'employeur qui s'engage à respecter l'équité en matière d'emploi, nous encourageons les candidatures les plus diverses afin de pouvoir nous doter d’un effectif varié et représentatif de nos clients et des communautés que l’on sert. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.