Vessel Accountant - Canada

Pacific Seafood; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a detail-oriented Vessel Accountant to manage vital financial processes related to fishing operations. This exciting role involves processing transactions, reconciling vessel payables, and ensuring compliance with government reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills and experience, contributing to the financial health of the organization. Join a supportive team that values personal growth and offers competitive compensation, including health benefits and retirement plans. If you are passionate about finance and looking to make an impact in the food and beverage industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plans with Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Product Purchase Program

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in accounting or a related role.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process fish tickets and reconcile fishing vessel payables.
• Coordinate with various management roles and assist with financial reporting.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Accounting Principles

Accounting Software Proficiency

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Two-Year Accounting Diploma

Four-Year Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are a family-owned, excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members’ personal and professional growth, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Teamwork, Productivity, Quality, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary:

The Vessel Accountant at Pacific Seafood will process fish tickets and complete the reconciliation of fishing vessel payables, which are vital for our operations as they determine how our fishermen are paid. This information is used to report fishing activity to the appropriate state agencies. This role is ideal for individuals with strong attention to detail and solid knowledge of accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transaction processing and vessel communication.
• Coordinate with Division Leader, Fleet Manager, General Manager, and Controller.
• Liaison between the company and vessels on boat loan requests, payments, inquiries.
• Completion of vessel settlements including pricing, prepaids, etc.
• Assist with financial period close processes.
• Ensure net payments to boats are reconciled with ice, bait, and fuel purchases across all operations.
• Reconciliation of bank accounts and balance sheets.
• Government reporting (T4, WCB, GST, etc.).
• Assist with financial reporting and forecasting/fishing plans.

What you Bring to Pacific Seafood:

Required:

• A two-year accounting diploma.
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting or a related role.
• Proficient experience using accounting software, Word, and Excel.

Preferred:

• A 4-year degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited institution.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member:

• Must be available to work Monday–Friday during regular hours, with occasional weekend duties.
• Ability to maintain a stationary position 80% of the time, with intermittent walking, standing, bending, reaching, and crawling.
• Ability to move and transport documents, equipment, or items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional travel as required by duties.
• Capable of operating a computer and office machinery.
• Effective communication skills with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to perceive visuals for data analysis, viewing screens, and reading.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Salary Range:

$60,000 - $70,000 Canadian exchange.

Total Compensation:

Includes health benefits, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans with profit sharing, paid time off, Employee Assistance Program, and product purchase program.

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing