Looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? We’re currently recruiting for a temporary Intermediate Financial Accountant (14-month contract) to join our amazing team of talented employees. This is a hybrid role, our office is in Richmond, British Columbia, so we’re ideally looking for a candidate in the Greater Vancouver Area.
Boston Pizza International has been recognized as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies since 1994. Boston Pizza International Inc. is Canada’s No. 1 casual dining brand with more than 370 restaurants in Canada and more than $1 billion in annual sales. Boston Pizza has for decades enjoyed a significant takeout and delivery side to our business, which has served as a strong advantage vs. most competitors in helping us adjust to and successfully weather the significant impacts the pandemic has had on the broader restaurant industry. We hope you’ll consider joining us!
What you do:
As a member of the Finance team, you will be responsible for contributing to the preparation and analysis of Boston Pizza International Inc.’s (“BPI”) monthly financial and departmental statements, key account reconciliations, management reports, and the preparation of quarterly and annual audit and tax working papers. Duties include preparation of annual working papers and monthly financial statements.
In this role, you will be expected to:
- Full Cycle Accounting for BPI, including:
o Preparing and/or reviewing journal entries and monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
o Reviewing accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.
o Preparing and performing variance analysis of financial statements and management reports.
- Monthly reporting and analysis of the Boston Pizza Foundation, including the day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. This role is also responsible for compiling financial data / scenarios to assist the Foundation in making decisions.
- Prepare quarterly and annual audit working papers for BPI & Boston Pizza Foundation, liaising with Auditors
- Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual filings: Financial Statements (non-consolidated) and Foundation Charity Return (T3010)
- Prepare and review weekly cash management
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budgets for the Boston Pizza Foundation
Who you are:
- You have a degree or diploma in Business, Accounting or Finance
- You are enrolled in and/or approaching completion CPA PEP Accounting program
- You have a minimum of 2 years progressive accounting experience
- You ideally have experience with Sage
- You have knowledge and general understanding of Accounting Standards (IFRS or ASPE)
- You are familiar with use of ERP systems
- You are proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
- You take initiative and are detail-oriented and analytical
- You have strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with various stakeholders
Why you want to work with us:
- We’re a strong Canadian brand with a hospitality focus, embracing a work-hard, play hard philosophy;
- We’re an organization with a strong emphasis on team culture;
- Our entrepreneurial roots support a culture of collaboration;
- We offer a flexible working environment that embraces both in-person and remote work;
- We have amazing employee programs and benefits;
- We’re always looking to promote internal talent;
- We have a tight-knit team to support you every step of the way;
- We’re a Great Place to Work®, and recognized on the Best Workplaces™ for Women, and Most Trusted Executive Teams 2024 Lists;
- Through the Boston Pizza Foundation, we’re focused on giving back to the communities we live, work and play in.
What’s next:
- If you know someone who might be interested, share this posting with them;
- If you’re interested, send us your resume;
- If we’re interested, we’ll reach out to you to schedule a phone screen;
- If you continue to be a prime candidate, we’ll schedule interviews;
- If you’re our leading candidate, we’ll conduct reference and background checks and provided they’re as good as we expect, we’ll extend you an offer.
The base annual salary for this role is $60,500 - $75,500
At Boston Pizza International, we are committed to a culture that welcomes, encourages, and celebrates the diversity of our team members. Our commitment extends to providing equal opportunities and accommodations throughout our recruitment process. If you require accommodations in our recruitment process, we encourage you to inform the recruiter and/or hiring manager.
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