Junior Accountant (3 m contract) - 1026

Job description

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. At Trail Appliances, we believe great business results start with great people. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Junior Accountant plays a key role in supporting the month-end close process, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing valuable financial insights to the business. This role is ideal for an accounting professional working toward their CPA designation and looking to grow their career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. **What You'll Do** - Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, amortization, depreciation, and reclassifications. - Assist with daily bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations. - Analyze monthly financial results and support variance analysis. - Process statutory remittances and maintain supporting schedules and documentation. - Assist with annual reviews, audits, budgeting, and forecasting activities. - Investigate and resolve discrepancies while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. - Support the Accounting team with month-end close activities and continuous process improvements. **What You Bring** - 2+ years of experience in a Junior Accountant or similar accounting role. - Progress toward a CPA designation. - Strong Excel skills and proficiency with financial data analysis. - Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities. - A collaborative mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.