Senior Acountant

TallGrass; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the natural products industry is seeking a Senior Accountant for their Vancouver office. The role includes overseeing accounts receivable, managing credit applications, and preparing financial statements. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience and strong leadership skills, with a commitment to the company's core values.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexibility to work from home during COVID

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience, including AP, AR, and reconciliations.
• Leadership skills with experience mentoring and managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AR / Credits department, ensuring timely cash collections.
• Prepare sales reports, rebates, and financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Assist auditors with year-end financial statements and tax returns.

Skills

Time Management

Dependability

Initiative

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

SAP Business One

Job description

Senior Accountant
TallGrass Natural Health was created in 1997 when Matt Breech and Ben Banky met while studying in China. They discovered that they shared a vision to create a business that could provide for the planet and local community while being a thriving enterprise. More than 20 years later, TallGrass is a Certified B Corporation and a leading supplier in the Canadian Natural products industry. We partner with Canadian retailers, health care professionals, and eCommerce providers to reach natural consumers wherever they shop. We focus on just a few premium brands committed to making a difference and provide the best possible service, education, and marketing support in the industry—all as part of our mission to inspire and empower consumers to take a holistic approach to wellness.

Mission: We are looking for a motivated individual who shares our company values to join our growing finance team in our Vancouver office. The Senior Accountant reports to the Controller and is an integral part of our accounting team. You will oversee AR, Credits, and AP, requiring excellent organizational skills and a big-picture mindset. Our ideal candidate enjoys numbers and supports the entire business.

TallGrass Core Values:

• Celebrate – We work hard, play hard, and laugh hard.
• See the big picture – We understand and care about the whole process.
• Build community – We nurture our relationships and ourselves.
• Follow through – We honor the trust people place in us.
• Show gratitude – We respect and appreciate everyone's contribution.
• Do good – We care about the health of all people and our planet.

Critical Success Factors:

1. Oversee AR / Credits department, ensuring timely cash collections, application, and processing of credits.
2. Manage credit applications for new customers and credit for existing customers.
3. Analyze customer aging at month-end and provide commentary to Controller.
4. Prepare sales reports, rebates, and financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
5. Handle month-end, quarter-end, year-end closing, journal entries, and reconciliations.
6. Support AP functions and cash planning as needed.
7. Prepare GST, PST, QST, and other government remittances.
8. Maintain schedules supporting balance sheet accounts.
9. Coach junior team members through weekly 1:1s.
10. Assist auditors with year-end financial statements and tax returns.
11. Optimize accounting processes and adapt to company growth.
12. Provide coaching and ongoing feedback to the team.
13. Support internal processes like inventory controls and marketing programs.
14. Participate in special projects and analysis as directed by management.
15. Interact successfully with all levels of staff and external partners.
16. Keep files and records organized and up-to-date.
17. Stay informed on relevant accounting, tax, and business regulations.

Competencies:

• Efficient and effective time management.
• Dependability in meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
• Initiative in developing ideas and process improvements.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and experience with ERP systems (SAP Business One preferred).
• Organizational skills to focus under pressure.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented approach.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience, including AP, AR, and reconciliations.
• Degree in Accounting; CPA is an asset.
• Leadership skills with experience mentoring and managing staff.

Great Work Perks:

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexibility to work from home during COVID.