24 Oct
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SeaGo HR
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Richmond
Position Summary The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with the Finance team and business departments to support financial reporting, budgeting, cost analysis, and operational decision-making.
The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, solid financial analysis skills, and a good understanding of Canadian financial practices. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, hands-on, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced business environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Analysis & Business Support
- Analyze business performance, revenue, expenses, gross margins, and profitability.
- Prepare financial analysis and reports to support management decisions.
- Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and budget variance analysis.
- Monitor operating costs and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Work with Sales, Retail Operations, and other departments to understand financial performance.
- Support financial evaluations for business projects and operational initiatives.
2. Financial Reporting & Accounting Support
- Assist with monthly and quarterly financial reporting and analysis.
- Review financial data, reconciliations, and supporting documents to ensure accuracy.
- Support month-end closing activities and financial statement preparation.
- Analyze accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and other financial information.
- Assist in resolving accounting discrepancies and financial reporting issues.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external accountants when required.
3. Financial Operations & Compliance
- Support day-to-day financial operations and internal financial processes.
- Assist with GST/HST/PST reconciliation and related tax matters.
- Review financial workflows and recommend improvements.
- Support internal controls, financial documentation,
and compliance requirements.
- Assist with financial system improvements and reporting efficiency.
- Take on additional financial projects and responsibilities as business needs evolve.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 7+ years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, financial analysis, or financial operations.
- Strong accounting knowledge and understanding of financial statements.
- Experience with month-end closing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Good understanding of Canadian accounting practices and GST/HST/PST.
- Experience with budgeting, cost analysis, and financial performance reporting.
- Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial analysis.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and communicate effectively with different departments.
- Strong organizational skills and a proactive, hands-on working style.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA designation or progress toward CPA is an asset.
- Experience in retail, wholesale, distribution, or inventory-related businesses.
- Experience with ERP SAP or accounting systems.
- Previous experience supporting financial process improvements or cross-functional projects.
- Experience mentoring or guiding junior finance team members.
- Bilingual English and Mandarin is an asset.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Opportunities for qualified growth and development.
- Exposure to financial operations across multiple business channels.
- Collaborative working environment.
- Employee benefits in accordance with company policy.
Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Store discount
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
📌 Senior Finance Business Partner (Richmond)
🏢 SeaGo HR
📍 Richmond