Business Accountant

Company and Job Overview

Atmosphere Flooring Solutions is a well-established flooring sales and installation Company that has served British Columbia since 2003. As a member of the team, you will be part of a group of dedicated people that provides exception services (in all aspects of the flooring industry); in conjunction with striving for the highest level of customer satisfaction, all the while focused on maintaining company objectives and profitability.

To continue to support our growth we are seeking a hardworking, disciplined individual to join our team as Business Accountant. As a successful candidate you will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and supporting the financial operations of the organization. This includes preparing financial statements, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a solid understanding of accounting principles.

Job Type: Full Time – In person

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Degree/ Designation in Accounting or related field is preferred, but not required.


• Driver’s License (Class 5).
  

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 - 5 years full cycle accounting experience.


• Corporate accounting experience, including yearend processes, overheads, and payroll.


• Experience in forecasting and budgeting.


• Good analytical skills.


• Experience using Sage 50 accounting software for day-to-day business accounting and payroll for multiple businesses is an asset.


• Advanced computer skills including MS Office and Excel.


• Superior follow up, time management and project management skills required.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills across all levels of the organization.
  

Responsibilities would entail but are not limited to:

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.


• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax laws, and internal policies.


• Assist with year-end procedures for all companies, preparation of working papers, and answering external auditor inquiries.


• Prepare and analyze monthly department level expenses and variance reports.


• Produce and or support ad hoc reporting and analysis when required.


• Prepare monthly bank margining calculations.

General Ledger Management:

• Responsible for full cycle accounting duties and month end closing procedures assuring a reconciled balance sheet for multiple companies.


• Maintain and reconcile sub-ledgers to G/L monthly with working papers


• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Management:

• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.


• Supervise the collection process for overdue accounts and resolve complex billing or payment discrepancies.


• Prepare and track aging reports, working to reduce outstanding balances and improve cash flow.

Bank and Credit Card Reconciliation:

• Review bank and credit card reconciliations, loan schedules, management fees, etc.


• Resolve any discrepancies or issues in reconciliation and communicate with banks or vendors when needed.

Payroll Oversight:

• Review and ensure accurate payroll processing, including the calculation of wages, benefits, and deductions.


• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll tax regulations and manage payroll tax filings.


• Coordinate with department heads to resolve payroll-related issues.

Tax Compliance:

• Manage the preparation and timely submission of all regulatory returns (GST, PST, WorkSafeBC & EHT etc.) and WCB claims.


• Stay up to date with changes in tax laws and ensure the company remains in compliance with regulations.

Budgeting and Forecasting Support:

• Assist in preparing the company’s annual budget, working with various departments to project future revenues and expenses.

• Provide monthly financial forecasts, helping management track actual performance against budgeted figures.


• Help track departmental spending and ensure expenses align with budgetary expectations.

Internal Controls:

• Assist in continuous improvement activities, from idea generating to implementation

• Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices

General Functions:

• Other tasks and projects as assigned by Management.

Reporting:

• Report directly to Financial Controller.


• Meet weekly to review goals and set objectives with timely prep completed.

Benefits:

• Extended health care spending account.


• Vacation pay.


• Casual dress.


• Company events.