Senior Accountant
Franchise Management Inc.
Woodstock, NB
Job Details:
Franchise Management Inc. (FMI) is looking to hire an individual who lives by our corporate values of Heart, Integrity and Drive to fill the position of Senior Accountant.The Senior Accountant is responsible for internal reporting of financial performance, ensuring accuracy of data and adherence to accounting principles, as well as performing reconciliations and preparing schedules to support all general ledger accounts. In addition, the Senior Accountant will support the Intermediate Accountants, by providing training and support to help improve efficiencies in accounting processes and procedures. The Senior Accountant is also responsible for ensuring compliance and reporting of sales taxes for the various federal, provincial, state and local jurisdictions, annual tax filings and other government reporting.
What you will do:
Review financial reports for the restaurants, including Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and other regular reports
- Thorough balance sheet review each period, ensuring accounting controls and processes are followed. Review and approve GL account reconciliations in Blackline.
- Training, support and enrichment by spending time one-on-one with IAs training and sharing efficiencies
- Suggest improvements to efficiencies and effectiveness of accounting processes
- Prepare all sales and use tax returns and relevant reports, including issuance of exemption certificates
- Monitor changes to tax rates for all jurisdictions (Canada and US) and work with the Operations and Menu Maintenance teams to ensure new tax rates are calculating correctly in the POS systems
- Reconcile all tax related GL accounts in the accounting system, Sage 300, and reporting system, Blackline
- Prepare and submit the annual filing of the 1099 US tax forms
- Research tax questions and handle special projects as needed
- Prepare audit working papers for year end
- Other duties and projects as assigned by Controller
What you bring to the role:
Post-secondary education in accounting is preferred but will also consider a combination of education plus relevant experience
Solid knowledge of accounting principles
Able to lead and coach direct reports, with prior managerial experience preferred
Excellent communication skills
Great at problem solving, with an ability to think outside the box
Strong knowledge and capabilities in spreadsheets
Enjoys a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
Our Values:
Heart, we collaborate because success will only happen as a team. The growth of our people is the key to our success. | Integrity, we are true to our word and hold ourselves accountable to any commitment we make. We believe how we get there matters. | Drive, we know that our business is a marathon with no finish line. We pride ourselves in being best in class in all that we do.
Why work for FMI?
- You'll surround yourself with a team whose members are committed to being the best at what they do.
- You'll have a flexible work environment.
- You can enroll in our comprehensive benefits package and RRSP contribution plan.
- You'll enjoy quarterly meals cooked by our Leadership Team, as well as monthly events for all staff!
- Career growth, development, and continuous learning opportunities within a positive and inclusive work culture.
- Opportunity to be involved in FMI events that give back to our community.
- Workperks discounts for various venders across Canada and US and Discounts at all our brands.
- Educational assistance plan & Bursary Program.
Diversity & Inclusivity:
FMI is committed to building diverse teams where people of all identities and backgrounds are welcome, included, and respected. We work to help close the gender gap, and to actively recruit people from other underrepresented groups. We strongly encourage women, gender diverse people, and minority candidates to apply for this role.
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