Overview:
Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company held house of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.
Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.
Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.
Job Summary:
The Finance team is looking for a Senior Accounting Analyst responsible for assisting with the month-end and year-end close. The ideal candidate will be results-oriented and have a strong desire to learn, be curious and strive for continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
You will be involved in our ongoing transformation from a traditional brick & mortar retailer to an omni-channel leader and tech-first fashion disruptor.
Main Responsibilities:
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Manage the month-end closing process, including inter-company balances and analysis of variances;
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Maintain general ledger accounts by posting adjusting entries for ESOP, NCIB, RSU and DSU equity accounts as well as reconciling and posting IFRS 16 accounts;
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Assisting with analysis and reconciliation of payroll liabilities, prepaids, and fixed assets accounts;
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Record forward contracts and MTM on forward contracts;
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Work with the external auditors to ensure all requests are addressed on a timely basis to complete their audit;
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Monitor and record financial transactions according to company policies, providing guidance to other personnel;
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Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures;
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Assist in the testing of the weekly payment run;
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Ensure the monthly internal controls for your allocated sections are documented and uploaded to Workiva;
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Participate in the improvement & implementation of process improvement projects for accounting processes and internal control procedures;
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Various ad hoc assignments.
Qualifications:
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University degree in Accounting;
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CPA professional designation;
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Minimum 5 years of experience;
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Adaptable and flexible in a changing environment;
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Organized and detailed-oriented, able to set priorities, develop work schedules, and monitor progress towards goals;
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Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills to evaluate alternatives and provide recommendations;
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Strong team player;
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Knowledge and experience with Great Plains, an asset;
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Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel;
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Knowledge and experience of IFRS standards, an asset.
At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:
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A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
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A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
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Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
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An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
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Exclusive private sample sales;
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A flexible vacation policy;
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And more!
GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
Our promise…
No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.
Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.
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