Junior Accountant

Summary

We are a fast-growing, consumer packaged goods (CPG) company, proudly based in Vancouver and selling to major U.S. distributors and retailers. With a lean, high-performing team, an autonomous culture, and strong market momentum, we're looking for a hands-on Junior Accountant to support day-to day accounting operations and financial reporting to drive growth.

The Junior Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role is ideal for an early-career accounting professional looking to gain hands on experience in the CPG industry.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

· Create customer invoices in the accounting system.

· Oversee accurate and timely application of all customer payments.

· Sync invoices with EDI software and investigate/resolve sync errors.

· Reconcile and record Amazon US payments.

· Support AR collections and investigate short paid invoices and deductions.

· Prepare sales and deductions reports

· Ensure credit memos are properly recorded

Accounts Payable

· Enter purchase order and non purchase order bills, including PO prepayments.

· Ensure vendor bills are accurately recorded and matched to Pos and receiving documents.

· Allocate ocean freight, import duties, and container trucking costs to the appropriate containers and PO bills.

· Record and manage accrued freight costs at period-end.

· Allocate management fees in accordance with intercompany policies.

· Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies

Bank Reconciliations

• Prepare and maintain monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded for all Canadian & USA bank accounts.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items, including outstanding deposits, payment discrepancies, and bank fees.
• Support cash controls by maintaining accurate documentation and audit trails for bank transactions.

General Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, prepaids, month-end adjustments)
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting schedules.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations (bank, AR, AP, credit cards)
• Assist with month-end close activities as assigned.
• Support senior accounting staff with ad hoc reporting and analysis.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Enter and maintain data in ERP/accounting systems (Netsuite)
• Assist with updating and simplifying accounting processes to improve efficiency and support business needs.
• Assist with creating and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or currently pursuing).
• 1 - 3 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems (NetSuite experience an asset).
• Familiarity with EDI platforms such as SPS Commerce is preferred.
• Currently pursuing or planning to pursue CPA designation (CPA Canada) is an asset.
• Experience or interest in CPG, manufacturing, or retail environments preferred.
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas).

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the accounting function.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC