Store Accounting Specialist – Giant Tiger

Job Title: Store Accounting Specialist

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Description: Compensation Grade: Grade 3Job Description:Who We Are:We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and dynamic career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.About The Role:The accounting specialist role is a junior position best aligned with recent accounting grads or someone who is enrolled in the CPA PEP (Professional Education program). The main accountabilities of the role are entirely routine/repeated tasks that are fairly straight forward from a technical perspective. The ideal candidate would be someone that is diligent and efficient when it comes to meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.Workplace Arrangements:This role will follow a hybrid remote/onsite schedule. Applicants for this role can expect to work on-site from our Ottawa Head Office, on Walkley Road 2 days a week for an 8-5 schedule.What Giant Tiger Brings;Work Your Way! Hybrid work arrangement;Annual Profit-Sharing Program & Incentive PlanHealth/Dental/Vision Benefits as of day 1Store DiscountLinkedIn Learning Subscription;Parental Top Up ProgramEmployee Tuition Reimbursement Program;Bursary Program for children of employees;Onsite Perks: Free parking; Public Transit accessible; 24/7 access to onsite gym; full-service cafeteriaWhat You’ll be Doing:Complete monthly journal entries and accrualsMaintain up to date Balance Sheet GL account reconciliationsAssist with first party gift card activation and reconciliation processProduce monthly Store P&L and Balance Sheet including commentaryPerform monthly P&L variance analysis and investigate discrepancies as requiredAssist Participate in Store operating expense budgeting, forecasting, and analysisPrepare information for external and governmental auditsPrepare Stats Canada reportsPerform internal audits of Store petty cash disbursements and other ad hoc requests as requiredWhat You’ll Bring:University degree in Accounting/ Business1+ years of experience in Accounting or related fieldEnrolled in CPA PEP program (preferably has completed or in the progress of completing both core modules)Attention to detail and accuracyStrong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and part of a teamStrong computer skills including advanced Excel skillsAssets You May Have:Ability to speak/read/ write FrenchRetail experienceExperience working in a large organization with many locationsJob Requisition: JR125747Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.Are you interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact .

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