Accounting Manager

**Description**:Hey there, we're Article.We're a digital-first furniture brand that's working to make everyday living better by providing an easy way for people to furnish their space.We don't have brick and mortar stores, so we're able to deliver better value on beautiful, modern furniture.We've ranked as one of Canada's Fastest-Growing Companies for the last three years, we're on the hunt for talented, enthusiastic team members who want to solve meaningful problems, in pursuit of being remarkably better for our customers.We're looking for an **Accounting Manager-Mexico** to lead local accounting operations.Your role on the Finance Team is key to ensuring operational excellence and compliance with local regulations.You are someone who brings a lot of knowledge from previous experience but also looks for ways to improve current processes.This will be a leadership role based in Monterrey, Mexico, focusing on setting up the company's local accounting operations.This person will develop the accounting policies and procedures for the new entity.This person will also work closely with the head-office finance team located in Vancouver, Canada on special projects.This is a great opportunity for a self-starter and someone who would like to grow with the business and business segment.**What You'll Do**:- Leading the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting package (financial statements)- Preparing all monthly journal entries- Preparing and remit payroll and payroll taxes- Monitoring compliance with US GAAP, and company policies and procedures.- Delivering complete, accurate and timely monthly comparative financial statements with departmental breakdown- Collecting supporting documents for expense reports and provide reimbursement- Monthly bank reconciliations; other account reconciliations as required- Managing vendor payments- Supporting the quarterly warehouse inventory cycle counts- Developing standard monthly reports and reconciliations- Explaining large financial variances to management- Regularly assess the effectiveness of all transactional processes by including a summary of issues within the monthly sign off.- Working with professional tax advisors to complete regulatory filing requirements (sales tax, income tax, withholding tax, any available government grants)- Researching and write accounting memos relating to standard updates- Recommending best practices and leveraging software when possible for accounting procedures; implementation of accounting software tools**Skills Knowledge and Expertise**:- Professional accounting designation; (CPC, CPA)- 7 years of related experience plus 3+ years in a lead role- Experience with Netsuite or similar ERP systems is an asset- Strong working knowledge of financial statement preparation, IFRS, and US GAAP all an asset- Bi-lingual fluency in Spanish and English- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships- Ability to work independently and through ambiguity- Analytical skills with an attention to detail to research and resolve issues- Strong computer and reporting skills with an advanced proficiency in MS Excel (Power Pivot), PowerPoint and Word- Skilled at implementing internal controls- Proven ability to both lead and work within a team environment- Ability to continually challenge the status quo with respect to business processes and operating results.**Benefits**:**We want Article to be an amazing place to work, beyond competitive compensation, we provide**:- A team-oriented work environment.Article is lucky to employ a wide range of experts and seeks to facilitate a culture of mentorship and curiosity.We take on the job learning seriously, and we have a lot of fun doing it.- Reimbursements for work equipment to easily collaborate while being remote- Be a part of a fast-growing company and an internationally recognized brand as we expand our operations into Mexico.INDARTICLESCLI-VJ4**Article is the easiest way to create a beautiful modern space.**Article started with a desire to improve efficiency and make furniture less expensive for everyone.In **** we had 4 employees; now we have over **** and have been growing rapidly.Our head office is based in Vancouver, Canada, an office in Ho Chi Minh City, and warehouses in Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Jacksonville, Austin, Dallas, Portland, Houston, Charlotte, Miami, Chicago, Nashville, Denver, Baltimore, Toronto, Boston, and New Jersey.