Management Accountant

at  Herbaland Naturals

Company Name: Herbaland Naturals Inc.
Location: 12340 Horseshoe way, Richmond, B.C, V7A 4Z1
Job Tittle: Management Accountant
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Period of Employment: Permanent
Type of work: Full Time
Wage: $ 35-37 CAD / Hourly
Work of Hours: 40 hour(s) per week. Overtime will be paid as per BC Employment Law if overtime work is required by management.
Herbaland is a leading manufacturer of Plant-based nutrition for a better planet. We are excited to announce we are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join our team. Herbaland’s culture is inclusive, sustainable, and community based, where we are dedicated to fostering a bright future for you, your family, your community, and your world.
Position Overview:
As a Management Accountant at Herbaland, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategies and decision-making processes. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, your focus will be on conducting in-depth financial analysis, preparing regular reports, and collaborating with department heads to ensure fiscal responsibility. With proficiency in international affairs and strong cross-cultural communication skills, you will cultivate and manage relationships with global stakeholders. Your contribution will optimize resource allocation, enhance operational efficiency, and contribute to the overall financial health of our dynamic and growing organization.

Please find the key responsibilities of the Management Accountant as follows:

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to inform strategic decision-making and generate regular reports.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop and monitor budgets, optimize costs, and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with international stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and maintain positive relations.
• Serve as a liaison between the organization and global partners, aligning financial objectives with overall business strategy.
• Develop financial models and conduct scenario analyses to assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards, collaborating with external auditors to facilitate audits.
• Provide proactive insights on potential financial risks and opportunities and oversee financial systems for accuracy and efficiency.
• Implement cost-effective measures to enhance operational efficiency and benchmarking methodologies to improve financial performance.
• Manage daily tasks, including data entry, journal entries, reconciliations, and bank account management.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks such as tax management, report management, and supplier management.
• Handle asset management, including banking, cash, accounts receivable, and inventory management, and improve processes where necessary.
• Participate in month-end and year-end financial reporting processes, including variance analyses and preparation of working papers.
• Review accounting procedures, document policies, procedures, and workflows, and make recommendations for optimization.
• Investigate and resolve financial transaction issues and train and mentor junior team members.
• Complete government filing requirements, manage accounts receivable tasks, and handle payroll processing.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including intercompany, consolidations, and elimination entries.
• Address problems in the book and suggest improvements to enhance system efficiency.
• Support the CEO with month-end and year-end reviews and collaborate with the IT department to implement system improvements and updates.

An ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimal 1-2 years of accountant or management-related experience is needed, with proven experience in a management accounting role, preferably in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in English with the ability to engage in professional communication, negotiation, and diplomacy is preferred.
• Proven experience in cultivating and managing relationships with international stakeholders, government agencies, NGOs, and businesses.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into strategic insights.
• Experience in budget development, monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
• Familiarity with financial systems and the ability to drive system improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts in a clear and compelling manner.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

To demonstrate our commitment to our team, please find some of the benefits we provide as follows:

• Competitive Wages with an Annual Bonus (All employees are included)
• $75.00 Credit per Quarter to purchase Herbaland Products
• Company Sponsored Benefit Plan (Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision)
• Herbaland Education Sponsorship
• Herbaland Sponsored Sports Event(s)
• Monthly Summer Food Trucks & Summer Music Festival
• Paid Volunteer Workday(s)

If you are interested in developing your future with us; please do not hesitate to apply to any of our open position(s). For more information, please visit us at: https://herbalandnaturals.bamboohr.com/careers
Herbaland is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications for all qualified applicants. Herbaland thanks all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please note that internal applicants will be given priority and consideration for this role

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to inform strategic decision-making and generate regular reports.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop and monitor budgets, optimize costs, and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with international stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and maintain positive relations.
• Serve as a liaison between the organization and global partners, aligning financial objectives with overall business strategy.
• Develop financial models and conduct scenario analyses to assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards, collaborating with external auditors to facilitate audits.
• Provide proactive insights on potential financial risks and opportunities and oversee financial systems for accuracy and efficiency.
• Implement cost-effective measures to enhance operational efficiency and benchmarking methodologies to improve financial performance.
• Manage daily tasks, including data entry, journal entries, reconciliations, and bank account management.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks such as tax management, report management, and supplier management.
• Handle asset management, including banking, cash, accounts receivable, and inventory management, and improve processes where necessary.
• Participate in month-end and year-end financial reporting processes, including variance analyses and preparation of working papers.
• Review accounting procedures, document policies, procedures, and workflows, and make recommendations for optimization.
• Investigate and resolve financial transaction issues and train and mentor junior team members.
• Complete government filing requirements, manage accounts receivable tasks, and handle payroll processing.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including intercompany, consolidations, and elimination entries.
• Address problems in the book and suggest improvements to enhance system efficiency.
• Support the CEO with month-end and year-end reviews and collaborate with the IT department to implement system improvements and updates