Accountant I- FT (Langley)

Otter Co-op is now accepting applications for a Temporary  Full-Time Accountant I   for our Administrative Office located in Langley, BC.  This is a temporary role until October 31, 2026, to cover a leave of absence.

Who we are:

Otter Co-op is a diverse and growing organization with locations throughout the Lower Mainland and Okanagan. We currently operate three food and pharmacy stores, clothing and hardware, twenty-six Angry Otter liquor stores, two feed mills, two bulk petroleum facilities, a feed and hardware store in Pitt Meadows, Angry Otter Tap & Forno, Angry Otter Brewery in North Vancouver, the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford, eleven gas station/convenience stores and growing. Our guests can take pride that we are a 100% Canadian company owned by our members, and have continued to grow with sales of over $375 million and community sponsorships and donations of over $384,000 in 2021. 

To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at .

What you’ll do:

• Period end procedures: inventory and margin calculations, period end accruals, journal entries.
• Monthly reconciliations (banks, prepaids, receivables).
• Monthly tax reporting; respond to tax audits.
• Year end audit participation; working papers, reconciliations.
• Fixed asset/deprecation/disposal calculations and reporting.
• Internal audits: physical audits, reviews for compliance with company policies.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements.
• Contribute to the Team in living the Corporate Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Finance and:

• + 1 years previous accounting experience.
• University Degree or 2-year college diploma with an accounting major.
• Enrolled in an Accounting Designation program.
• Proficient in a variety of computer applications, including MS Office Suite and advanced knowledge of Excel (VLookup, Sumif, left-mid-right; formatting; creating charts; pivot tables).
• Experience with JDE or other ERP system and asset.
• Understanding of Federal and Provincial tax application in a retail & petroleum sales environment is an asset.
• Must work within strict confidentially guidelines.
• Ability to deal with a diverse and fast paced work schedule and to work with a sense of urgency.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with a positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a team
• Must be committed to a  SAFE working environment.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Wages
• Wage increases based on hours worked & meeting expectations in the position
• Annual bonus program for all eligible team members
• For eligible positions: comprehensive benefits package and an employer matched pension plan
• Team discount on Gas, Liquor, Food, Fashion, Hardware, Feed & Restaurant purchases
• Co-op Membership with an annual dividend payment on qualified purchases
• Education Assistance Program
• Learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation

Otter Co-op is committed to a diverse and supportive working environment based on our Core Company Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence. We are committed to giving back to our communities through our Corporate Social Responsibility Program. Last year we donated over $384,000 to local charities and this year we’re committed to donating an additional $100,000 to 100 local charities for our 100th year anniversary!

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

All successful candidates may be required to undergo a background check.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

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