Accountant / Controller (Part Time)

at  NutraChamps

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US:

NutraChamps is a fast-growing eCommerce business committed to supplying the best in nutritional supplements. In just over 8 years of operations, we have shot to the top of Amazon’s marketplace and continue to grow on and off the platform. Recognized as one of the Top 50 fastest-growing companies in Canada, published in the Globe & Mail Magazine’s 2019 & 2021 list as well as a Great Place to Work certified.
But we aren’t just building a company: we’re building a team. Our workspace is inviting, collaborative, engaging, and brimming with energy. Within our tight-knit team, you’ll feel the impact you’re making each day and be directly responsible for the continued growth of our company. Be a valued part of company decisions and make a tangible difference in our mission to provide our customers with accessible and affordable ways to better their health.
When you join the NutraChamps family, you don’t just get a job – you get a purpose.
We’re looking for a motivated person to join us at our Toronto headquarters. If you’re committed to personal growth, passionate about health and wellness, and interested in moving us forward — we want to hear from you!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the COO, the Accountant/Controller is responsible for performing various financial and accounting duties to support the company’s operations, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, controlling the company’s cash flow, and managing our AR/AP/Payroll Clerk.
A fundamental part of this role includes ensuring that we have enough cash to finance new growth initiatives and product launches, negotiating payment terms with existing suppliers, performing month-end processes, and communicating with the CRA.
This position requires knowledge of full-cycle accounting, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders.
You’ll be working alongside a dynamic team of talented and collaborative individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment with a high level of autonomy.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities (if this list looks exciting to you, click Apply Now):

• Managing the company’s day-to-day financials, including our AR/AP/Payroll Clerk.
• Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, reports, and analyses in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Preparing variance analyses (actual vs. budget) and coordinating investigation and resolution into discrepancies with appropriate department managers.
• Monitoring cash flow, financial performance, and key performance indicators, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Creating budgets, forecasts, and financial models to guide the decision making process.
• Implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Providing strategic financial insights to executive leadership, contributing to business planning and growth strategies.
• Assist auditors by providing necessary documentation and explanations during financial audits.
• Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring adherence to tax laws and regulations.
• Monthly entry of bank accounts & CC transactions.
• Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts, CCs and LoC.
• Perform accurate and detailed quarterly inventory reconciliations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Professional accounting designation such as a CPA is required.
• 4+ years of accounting experience, including financial reporting, modelling, and analysis.
• 3+ years of Quickbooks Online experience.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (VBA and Macros knowledge is a plus).
• Knowledge of ASPE and IFRS is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and formal presentation skills.
• Self-starter that takes initiative, makes decisions, and provides clear direction to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to identify and adapt to changing business needs.
• A hunger and motivation to drive meaningful growth.
• Solutions-oriented mindset and eagerness to identify and tackle new business challenges with urgency.
• Excellent project management skills and commitment to deadlines, processes and policies, and demonstrated ability to build great digital campaigns.

• Managing the company’s day-to-day financials, including our AR/AP/Payroll Clerk.
• Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, reports, and analyses in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Preparing variance analyses (actual vs. budget) and coordinating investigation and resolution into discrepancies with appropriate department managers.
• Monitoring cash flow, financial performance, and key performance indicators, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Creating budgets, forecasts, and financial models to guide the decision making process.
• Implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Providing strategic financial insights to executive leadership, contributing to business planning and growth strategies.
• Assist auditors by providing necessary documentation and explanations during financial audits.
• Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring adherence to tax laws and regulations.
• Monthly entry of bank accounts & CC transactions.
• Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts, CCs and LoC.
• Perform accurate and detailed quarterly inventory reconciliations