Sr Accountant

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​ Bring your accounting expertise to a role where your insights truly matter. As part of the tekmar Finance team, you'll be at the center of key financial operations, transforming data into meaningful business intelligence and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our financial reporting. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact, collaborate with cross functional teams, and help shape sound financial decisions in a growing and innovative organization based in Vernon, BC. Scope of Position This detailed individual, as part of the tekmar finance team , will be responsible for an integral role in core accounting operations, financial analysis, and internal and external reporting. Reporting to the Sr. Finance Manager, this position will provide hands-on execution and leadership in the month-end close process, balance sheet integrity, inventory and standard cost accounting, project accounting, internal controls, and compliance activities. The successful candidate is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of accounting deliverables while leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex data, deliver meaningful financial insights, and support management decision-making. This position has no direct reports. This position reports to the Senior Finance Manager.  This role is onsite and is based in Vernon, BC. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements, ensuring the integrity of financial accounts and compliance with applicable reporting requirements. Owns standard costing processes, margin impact analysis, inventory accounting, inventory count reconciliations, excess and obsolete inventory reserve analysis, and manufacturing variance reviews. Prepares and reviews monthly journal entries and general ledger reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely financial reporting. Supports financial forecasting and annual operating planning processes. Assists the Sr. Finance Manager in the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Reviews and posts accounts payable transactions and general ledger vouchers. Prepares ad hoc financial reports and analysis to support business planning and decision-making. Supports intercompany project accounting, planning, and reporting activities. Supports compliance activities for GST/HST, PST, Statistics Canada, and corporate tax requirements. Participates in projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting processes within the ERP and supporting systems. Maintains a strong understanding of complex multi-company and multi-currency ERP environments and supports ERP implementations and financial system enhancements. Acts as liaison with Corporate Payroll & Benefits to ensure accurate payroll-related inputs, reconcile results, post accounting entries, and prepare accruals. Maintains flexibility to work outside regular business hours as required to support month-end and year-end close activities. Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Sr Finance Manager or Company management.

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