Finance and Accounting Manager

We believe that pet products should be held to the same standard as "human" products because pets are our family. At Canada Pooch, we design products you and your pooch can depend on every day. Whether it is helping to keep them warm and dry on walks or cozy at home, we know pet parents deserve products that work. As pet and animal lovers ourselves, the team is dedicated to creating products that function properly, fit perfectly, and match you and your pup's unique style. Whatever the occasion, Canada Pooch has got you covered with products designed for those everyday moments. Role Summary: Do you love pets? Do you love accounting? Are you a top-performing CPA, CA with an entrepreneurial spirit? If so, this is your opportunity to join the team at one of the fastest-growing pet companies in North America! We are looking for a Finance & Accounting Manager to join us and become an important member of our Finance team! This role is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a start-up environment. Your days will be fast-paced and filled with ever-evolving challenges (and pooches)! What your day-to-day will look like: General Accounting • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting function, including transactions related to receivables, payables, payroll, sales, inventory, etc. • Prepare monthly financial reporting package • Manage and oversee all financial reporting processes, including keeping all accounting schedules and working papers up-to-date • Manage audit, compliance, and covenant reporting processes • Ensure all required tax filings are completed by required deadlines • Oversee employee expense management • Support, coach, and directly manage an Accounting Specialist and AP Specialist/Bookkeeper, and guide them through key accounting procedures such as vendor management, expenses, analysis, and other key tasks, Financial Analysis & Reporting • Spearhead management reporting for corporate business units, including monthly variance analysis to budget • Continuously improve FP&A's financial modeling techniques and tools • Assist in the preparation of the annual budget What You Bring: • 2-3 years experience in mid-large accounting firm; Big 4 Accounting Firm an asset further experience at a private company an asset university degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting or Finance related discipline. CPA designation or in progress with strong knowledge of ASPE standards financial Modelling experience Strong attention-to-detail relied upon to provide thorough, well-reasoned and accurate results proficient in Excel; experience with QuickBooks or Unleashed an asset strong interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills demonstrated people management experience preferred in a small team environment strong analytical skills with the ability to think outside the box highly motivated and proactive flexible with an ability to adapt to a complex and ever-changing environment results oriented - able to effectively manage various projects and consistently deliver on time with high degree of accuracy We Offer: Competitive salary and generous Paid Time Off Company-paid benefits from Day One The opportunity to grow, develop, and make an impact with a dynamic company in a fun sector Hybrid work (one day/week in Toronto office) Our Values: We stick together | We do the right thing | We are all entrepreneurs | We are Product obsessed | We tell it like it is | We've got our customer's back Canada Pooch values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants requiring a disability-related accommodation at any stage of Canada Pooch's recruitment process should contact [email protected]. As required by legislation, Canada Pooch will consult with applications requesting such an accommodation to ensure that Canada Pooch's recruitment process takes into account their accessibility needs.