Working at Trail Appliances means joining an entrepreneurial-minded, driven team dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience. Trail Appliances is the leading independent appliance retailer in Western Canada. We’re a fast-growing company with over 500 employees in British Columbia, spread out over 10 showrooms, 3 Outlet Centres, 3 distribution centres, and 4 offices in BC's major markets. Join our team of trailblazers!
Our core values:
Integrity – We do what’s right, even when no one is looking.
Improvement – We do it well. Then we do it better.
Caring – We put ourselves in others’ shoes.
Authenticity – We like people, not pretense.
Determination – We kick down walls.
We have everything we need to inspire our customers. Except you.
Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager, the Accountant will support Trail Appliances’ Finance team with month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and maintaining accurate accounting records. This role is a backfill position and will help support the current finance stabilization work, so we are looking for someone who can step in quickly, stay organized, and work well in a high-volume environment.
We inspire possibilities, make shopping ridiculously easy, and help create special moments at home. Are you ready to meet your team?
- Support month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries and accruals.
- Perform bank reconciliations and follow up on reconciling items.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Prepare supporting schedules, financial reports, and working papers.
- Maintain complete and accurate documentation for financial transactions.
- Analyze monthly financial results and assist with variance analysis.
- Support audit working papers and other reporting requirements as needed.
- Work with team members and business partners to ensure financial records are accurate and complete.
- Identify process improvements and support stronger financial processes and internal controls.
- Perform ad-hoc analysis and other duties as required.
- Accounting degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum two (2) years of related accounting experience, including month-end journal entries, month-end close activities, and bank reconciliations.
- Current CPA designation, CPA student status, or working toward a CPA designation is preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
- Good understanding of fundamental accounting principles. Knowledge of ASPE or IFRS is considered an asset.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or another ERP system is considered an asset.
- Experience in a multi-entity, mid-sized business, or retail environment is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of GST/PST and other regulatory submissions is considered an asset.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized in a high-volume work environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
- Ability to think outside the box and look for ways to improve processes.
- Flexibility to work additional time when needed to meet deadlines.
- Availability to start quickly is considered an asset.
- Extended health benefits
- Merit performance program
- Generous employee discounts
- Gym membership discount
- Professional development programs, including CPA support
- Employee recognition program
- Company events
- Paid volunteer time
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to contribute to a growing Canadian organization
- Core office hours, with flexibility required to meet business needs and deadlines. This role works in a high-volume environment with regular interaction across Finance and other business functions.
- Trail Appliances is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.