Accountant

The Accountant plays an essential role in growing talent in our business through collaboration and sharing best practices with the Accounting and wider Finance team. You know how to be curious about opportunities and how to be real with feedback and support.

As a growing business, Lush needs people who can adapt and evolve to the needs of our business. You have a passion for what you do and are ready to join a business dedicated not just to technical proficiency but to the practices of fair-trade sourcing, supporting sustainable communities and giving back to grassroots organizations making a difference through our Ethical Campaigns. 

The accountant is responsible for key components that feed into the monthly and annual financial statements. They fulfil the various needs of the business and ensure day-to-day operations and inquiries flow smoothly.  

This role will ensure that general ledger accounts are reconciled and compliance requirements are fulfilled accurately and in a timely manner. This role works closely with the entire accounting team, focused on serving the different business streams, including Digital, Retail, Manufacturing, and Admin/Corporate across North America.

Our Lush staff live with purpose, finding their personal connection with the values of our business, bringing their work and life paths into one holistic journey. #mylushlife

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, your core RESPONSIBILITIES will include:

• Prepare month-end and year-end entries, including accruals and adjustments
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank reconciliations
• Perform variance analysis and explain results to partners across the business
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with policies and procedures
• Liaise with other departments to analyze financial results and forecast future expenditures
• Support various audits (ie, annual financial audit and specific State audits, etc.) by preparing supporting documents and coordinating with other departments across North America
• Assist with vendor and intercompany invoicing and payment matching
• Develop and maintain financial databases
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
• Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and solutions to business and financial challenges
• Collaborate with other departments in North America to coordinate the flow of information to and from the finance department
• Assist with Banking and Treasury administrative tasks
• Assist with other department needs as it relates to finance

You bring the following QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Accounting designation or in progress: CPA, CGA, CMA, CA, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting, 2+ years in industry
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• A keen eye for detail
• Strong work ethic
• Proactive approach and initiative
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a time-pressured environment

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX
• Experience working in a manufacturing and/or retail 
• Experience working with online banking platforms
• Working knowledge of foreign currency transactions

Thriving with a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our staff, and committed to inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Regular, Full Time 

Location: Vancouver, Hybrid - Ability to work from the office twice per week (Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

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