Accounting Technician

ColdStar Solutions Inc. is a Vancouver Island based Grocery Wholesaler and Transportation company that specializes in hauling food products between Vancouver and all parts of Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, and the Gulf Islands of Georgia Strait, while also being a public Cold Storage operation.

Our vision is to be the trusted leader in grocery wholesale, transport, and storage through excellence in customer service and employee innovation resulting in sustainable growth.

At ColdStar Solutions, you are not just an employee; you are a valued member of a community committed to sustainability, innovation, and making a positive impact. Join us in our journey to drive the success of the coastal food community and beyond.

The Accounting Technician is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations and supporting accurate, timely financial reporting. This role requires technical accounting knowledge, independent judgment, and attention to detail. Reporting to the CFO, the Accounting Technician plays a key role in month-end close, reconciliations, compliance, and continuous improvement of accounting processes.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Accounts Payable & Receivable**
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable roles and ensure accurate coding to the general ledger.
- Reconcile customer and vendor statements as required.

**General Ledger & Reporting**
- Post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and intercompany entries.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations.
- Take a lead role in month-end and year-end close processes.
- Support profitability analysis and operational reporting by preparing routine and ad hoc reports.
- Support annual budgeting processes.
- Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and management reporting.

**Payroll**
- Reconcile payroll liability accounts and benefits deductions.
- Assist with payroll processing and reconciliations (hourly drivers, owner-operators, salaried staff, as applicable) as required.

**Tax & Compliance**
- Prepare and file GST/HST, PST (BC), and other applicable indirect tax returns.
- Assist with audit preparation and respond to requests from external accountants or auditors.
- Maintain organized accounting records in compliance with company policies.
- **Process Improvement & Internal Controls**
- Follow established accounting procedures and internal controls.
- Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Support documentation of accounting processes and policies.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum **3-5 years** of hands-on accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
- Experience with month-end close
- Experience with ERP software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (reconciliations, schedules, basic formulas).
- Solid understanding of GST/PST requirements in British Columbia.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Experience in logistics, transportation or trucking industry would be an asset.

**Why Join Coldstar?**
- Competitive compensation package including:

- Health spending account
- Life insurance
- Dependent life insurance
- Critical illness coverage
- Out of county medical coverage
- Group matching RSP
- Employee Assistance Program
- Care2Talk virtual healthcare
- Loyalty program
- 5 personal days after 90 days
- Birthday off with pay
- Monthly draws for food boxes
- Free parking

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Application question(s):

- Do you currently reside in the greater Victoria region?
- Do you have a diploma or degree in accounting?

**Experience**:

- Accounting: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person