Why Oak+Fort?
OAK + FORT is a fashion and lifestyle brand that provides attainable luxuries consisting of modern essentials in full collections of womenswear, menswear, accessories, jewelry, beauty, and homeware. We are a female-founded and led business that is brought together by a passionate group of people with a natural bond over an aesthetic vision that radiates throughout our collections. From our first studio that opened in 2010 in Vancouver, BC, we now have 40+ locations across North America with a global e-commerce presence.
At the heart and core of it all, it’s our people that matter most. We offer a work ethos that is driven by endless passion, intellectual curiosity, and perennial creativity. Here you get the opportunity to influence our global strategy and growth, while working alongside incredibly talented people.
What You’ll Do:
As the Junior Accountant, you will be responsible for owning the full accounts payable cycle. This is an entry-level position and is ideal for those who would like to experience a fast-paced, retail environment.
What You’re Responsible For:
- Data entry and database management;
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of invoices and documents to comply with all applicable requirements;
- Code and enter invoices in accounting system for payments ensuring correct approval, coding and matching;
- Coordinate with vendors regarding invoicing and payment inquiries and discrepancies;
- Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions;
- Respond to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner;
- Process staff and travel expense reports and check for accuracy of employee reimbursement expenses before processing;
- Process corporate credit card expenses and reconciliations;
- Process cheque runs and set up on-line payment batches for the accounting team;
- Assist with Monthly Sales and Inventory reports for financial reporting;
- Process & reconcile corporate credit card statements and associated expense reports
- Record day to day financial transactions using NetSuite
- Process and Arrange Logistics payments on time and in accordance with company policy
- Ensure compliance to Company policies and procedures;
- Take initiatives to improve processes and adapt to changes
- Perform filing and general administrative tasks;
- Perform other duties as assigned
Who You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite an asset
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations
- Extreme detail-orientation, taking full ownership of one’s responsibilities and consistently ensuring the accuracy and quality of work
- Great multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize
- Proficient in basic Microsoft Office applications, include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Extremely generous employee discount starting from day one
- Health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation time off
- An opportunity be a part of our growth journey
- Access to training and development programs
- Work amongst an exceptionally talented team
Our Values:
ABOVE + BEYOND
We strive for something greater than ourselves.
SELF STARTER
Entrepreneurship is the mindset that leads to endless curiosity and continuous improvement.
UNIQUELY YOU
We practice acceptance through open-mindedness and personal responsibility.
CHANGE DRIVER
We embrace change and never fear what’s next.
PEOPLE POWERED
At the core of our brand we are powered by each other.
Our Hiring Process:
We strive to provide an outstanding experience to every individual who shows interest in our organization. Our goal is to ensure that you receive clear communication, regular updates and have a dedicated recruiter to support your hiring journey with us. We believe that every candidate journey should be unique, and that honesty, integrity and transparency are carried throughout.
Once you’ve submitted your application, here is what you can expect:
- A response confirming that we have received your application.
- Your application will be reviewed by our recruitment team.
- We will respond to every application to ensure you know where you stand.
- Only candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted directly by a recruiter or hiring manager.
- Your first connection is a 30-minute phone interview.
- You can expect potentially two additional interviews with the hiring team.
- We will request references + a background check before moving to a final offer.
OAK + FORT is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a respectful, diverse, and unique approach to hiring individuals in the communities in which we operate – allowing each person to be their authentic selves. Our hiring commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.
Requests for accommodation due to any disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture team. Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location.
