Who are we?
Big Box Outlet Store has been a Canadian family-owned business since 1985. The core of our brand is to make everyday life more affordable, and we remain true to our roots. We are experts at finding brand-name items through our reverse logistics and other purchasing channels, to sell quality consumer products to customers at heavily discounted prices.
Currently, with over 21 stores and over 500 team members. Big Box Outlet Store has plans to grow across Canada, and we are looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused people who share our mission and want to join our team. Our Finance Department currently has the following career opportunities in our Abbotsford, BC office.
Position Overview
The Accounting Manager is a permanent, full-time senior member of the Finance team, reporting to the CFO. This role holds primary responsibility for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the organization’s financial operations, overseeing all aspects of financial accounting, reporting, and compliance across the company.
The Accounting Manager leads and develops the accounting team, providing direction and oversight on full-cycle accounting activities including financial reporting, general ledger management, reconciliations, tax compliance, and year-end audit preparation. This role ensures that all financial records are maintained in accordance with applicable accounting standards and internal controls, and that reporting cycles are completed accurately and on schedule.
As a trusted leader within the Finance function, the Accounting Manager serves as a key business partner to department heads and senior leadership, translating financial data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making. This position offers an experienced accounting professional the opportunity to drive process improvement, build a high-performing team, and play a central role in the financial health of the organization.
Why will you be a good fit for this role?
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline from an accredited post-secondary institution.
- CPA designation or equivalent.
Experience
- Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity overseeing an accounting team.
- Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting within a high-volume, multi-location organization is strongly preferred.
- Prior experience in the retail industry is a significant asset, contributing to a faster understanding of the business context, reporting environment, and operational complexity.
- Proven track record of leading year-end close processes and managing external audit or review engagements.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems is required; experience with Microsoft Great Plains (Dynamics GP) is considered a strong asset.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, SUMIF formulas, and other data analysis functions essential to financial reporting and management.
- Experience with financial reporting tools and business intelligence platforms is an asset.
- Proficiency in leveraging AI-powered tools and technologies to enhance accounting processes, automate routine tasks, improve financial data analysis, support reporting, and drive efficiency, while ensuring data accuracy, confidentiality, and appropriate professional oversight.
Why should you join our team?
- Competitive Salary range from $100,000 to $110,000 based on experience.
- Extended Health & Dental benefit from the first day
- Group RRSP from the first day
- GYM membership subsidy
- Employee discount on in-store purchases
- Free Parking
- Opportunity to directly impact strategy and growth in a fast-paced retail environment
- Plenty of opportunities to learn and grow your career while developing your skills
- We are a growing business with aspirations to become a national brand
- Supportive leadership team, collaborative work culture, and exposure to cross-functional initiatives
Key responsibilities:
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Lead and oversee the full-cycle periodic accounting process, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established timelines.
- Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports prepared by the accounting team, maintaining a high standard of quality and internal control compliance.
- Prepare and present the monthly financial package to the Board and/or banking partners, providing clear commentary on results, variances, and emerging trends.
- Oversee the preparation of departmental and retail income statements, ensuring meaningful analysis of actual results against budget and prior-year performance.
- Drive continuous improvement of the financial reporting cycle, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the quality and timeliness of outputs.
Team Leadership & Development
- Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and mentorship to the accounting team, including the Intermediate Accountant and Accounts Payable staff, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture.
- Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular feedback conversations, and support team members’ professional development and growth.
- Allocate work effectively across the team, ensuring appropriate coverage and accountability throughout the reporting cycle.
- Identify training needs and facilitate skill development to build team capacity and resilience.
Reconciliations & Internal Controls
- Oversee and review all account and bank reconciliations, ensuring they are completed accurately, on schedule, and supported by appropriate documentation.
- Maintain and enhance the organization’s internal control framework, identifying gaps and implementing corrective measures to safeguard financial integrity.
- Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies arising from internal processes or system issues, determining root causes and implementing systemic solutions.
- Champion a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement within the Finance team.
Variance Analysis & Business Partnering
- Partner with department heads and regional managers to provide insightful variance analysis, translating financial results into actionable recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership, contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure expenses are accurately coded, allocated, and aligned with budget parameters, working closely with the Accounts Payable team.
Tax Compliance
- Oversee the preparation and timely filing of monthly GST and PST returns, ensuring full compliance with applicable provincial and federal regulatory requirements.
- Monitor changes to tax legislation and proactively assess the impact on the organization’s compliance obligations.
Fixed Assets
- Oversee the maintenance of fixed asset continuity schedules, including addition and disposal analysis, ensuring the integrity of the fixed asset register.
- Review and approve capital expenditure coding and ensure alignment with organizational policies and budget approvals.
Year-End & Audit Management
- Lead the year-end close process and manage the external review engagement, coordinating with auditors and preparing or overseeing all required working papers and supporting documentation.
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and reviewers, ensuring a smooth and efficient engagement process.
Special Projects
- Lead or contribute to strategic finance initiatives, system implementations, and ad hoc analyses, demonstrating flexibility and a forward-thinking approach to evolving business needs.
Success Indicators:
- Lead a high-performing, engaged accounting team, demonstrated through strong team retention, professional development, and consistent achievement of team objectives.
- Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting across all close cycles, with financial packages that are clear, complete, and decision-ready for the Board and senior leadership.
- Maintain a robust internal control environment, with no material reconciling items or compliance gaps, and a proactive approach to risk identification and remediation.
- Build trusted relationships with department heads and senior leaders, providing financial insights that meaningfully inform operational and strategic decision-making.
- Demonstrate strong organizational and prioritization skills, consistently managing competing demands across the team and meeting all regulatory and reporting deadlines.
- Communicate financial information clearly and confidently to both accounting and non-accounting audiences, adapting the level of detail and language appropriately.
- Apply sound professional judgment and analytical thinking to complex accounting issues, arriving at well-reasoned conclusions and implementing practical solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement across the Finance function, identifying and implementing process enhancements that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
- Model a positive, professional, and collaborative leadership approach, contributing to a supportive and high-performing organizational culture.
- Uphold the highest standards of accuracy, integrity, and ethics in all financial activities, understanding that the quality of financial outputs directly impacts organizational trust and compliance.
Apply now and enjoy a fruitful career journey with the BBOS team. Be ready to show us what you're made of!
