Senior Accountant

POSITION:Senior Accountant

DEPARTMENT:Aquilini Beverage Group and Aquilini Vineyards

REPORTS TO: Controller

LOCATION:Vancouver

DURATION:6 Month Contract

Aquilini Investment Group ("AIG") is a diversified family business founded in Vancouver, BC more than 50 years ago with roots in the real estate development and construction industry. Today the company owns and manages an international real estate portfolio that includes commercial and residential properties, hotels, golf courses, vineyards and blueberry and cranberry farms. In addition to its ongoing pursuits in real estate development and construction, AIG has expanded its holdings to include assets in the sports & entertainment, renewable energy, aquaculture, tourist attractions, restaurants, and food & beverage industries.

Aquilini Beverage Group ("ABG"), a division of AIG, is a leading North American beverage producer with a portfolio of wine brands, ready-to-drink beverages and an innovation lab dedicated to the research and development of new and unique products. ABG is growing at a record pace, and always looking for new ways to captivate consumers with compelling beverage concepts, including our category-changing ready-to-drink beverages, a portfolio of successful wine brands primarily from Washington State, and spirits.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing full cycle accounting and producing monthly financials and forecasts in conjunction with operating plans for the Beverage Group and Vineyard businesses. Please note this is a 6 month contract role.

(Other duties may be assigned from time to time)

Accounting

• Performs full cycle accounting and reporting for various divisions – Aquilini Beverage Group USA, Aquilini Beverage Group Canada, Aquilini Vineyards
• Prepares monthly financials including review of journals posted by central payables team/junior accountants and posting of manual journals as required. Note the focus here is on presenting and understanding the core numbers and there is no detailed work required over note disclosures or long form financial statements.
• Reviews work from the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll functions
• Ensures all key balance sheet account schedules, including, but not limited to receivables, inventory, prepaid, fixed assets, deferrals, allocations and intercompany transactions are properly maintained, updated, and reconciled on a monthly basis
• Reconciles revenue, cost of goods sold, A&P, and SG&A P&L accounts
• Reviews GST/HST tax remittances for accuracy and compliance with governing legislation and regulations
• Collaborates with the wider group accounting team on the monthly and quarterly financial close process
• Assists with cost accounting and inventory tracking
• Assists in preparing interim and year-end audit working papers and audited financial statements for external auditors
• Prepare, review, and distribute the weekly sales summary, and support Sales/Operations in planning and analyzing sales performance.
• Assists in establishing and implementing business process improvements
• Various ad hoc and special projects

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assists with full P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet monthly forecasting to management which includes identifying key risks and opportunities for the business, budget to actual variance commentary, and monthly reforecasting with operations team
• Assists with yearly budgeting and 5-year corporate plan
• Assists with financial analysis to help in either ad hoc optimization studies or ongoing margin analysis by product line (e.g., net FOB pricing and its interaction with distributor and estimated retailer margins)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration
• Pursuing or possessing a CPA or CFA designation
• 3+ years of progressive reporting and financial analysis experience within a fast-paced business environment
• Advanced knowledge of Excel is required and working knowledge of Sage an asset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Extremely organized, thorough and takes pride in quality
• Strong reporting skills, and ability to present concisely in written and oral communication
• Ability to handle conflicting deadlines and prioritize
• Proven self-starter and strong interpersonal skills

• Prior job experience with a consumer products
• Analyze company data and determine ways to increase
• Evaluate financial information to assess the company's strengths and weaknesses, develop strategies to reduce waste and decrease costs, and implement strategies to improve financial
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing departments to review pricing strategies, COGs and health of brands.

What We Offer:

At Aquilini, we believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package by ensuring our mix of salary, and perks are competitive within the market, while also offering a work-life balance.

In addition, you'll have opportunities for access to Rogers Arena events, an on-site gym, on-site parking, select discounts, professional growth and development options, fun staff events throughout the year, and a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a tangible impact.