Asset Accountant

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Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a full time opportunity for an Accountant to join the Accounting & Control team of our Finance department.

This role can be based out of our office in either Stellarton, Nova Scotia or Mississauga, Ontario, Calgary, Alberta.

• Accurately prepare and post entries and account for transactions in the general ledger and fixed asset subledger
• Prepare and review working papers that support account balances, investigate errors, and facilitate corrections
• Complete period-end close processes, controls, and procedures
• Reconcile the balance in fixed asset subledger to the GL
• Review and update fixed asset schedules for financial statement note disclosure purposes
• Track project expenditure and ensure proper reclassification in accordance with IFRS and fixed asset policy (capital vs expense)
• Ensure compliance with CEO/CFO Certification requirements
• Participate in the internal and external audit requests
• Collaborate with various stakeholders and provide recommendations that are in accordance with the fixed asset policy and IFRS
• With a process improvement mindset, propose innovative ideas
• Prepare various analytical and ad-hoc reports

• University Degree in Business, Accounting or a related field
• 2+ years experience in an accounting role
• CPA Accounting Designation, or in the process of obtaining
• Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS)
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of SAP would be an asset
• Microsoft Office skills, with Intermediate Excel

We started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, Fresh Co, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family.

Our family of 128,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better – great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is fuelled by our purpose and values. It shapes our culture and drives business success. As a family nurturing families, we embed DE&I into everything we do. We know that it takes open minds and respect for distinct perspectives to create engaging workplaces, inclusive customer experiences and strong community partnerships. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

Our Total Rewards package is designed to help our teammates thrive—physically, financially, and emotionally. While offerings vary by role and employment types; eligible teammates may receive:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package with health and dental coverage, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to Virtual Health Care and an Employee and Family Assistance Program for personalized support.
• Retirement and Savings Plan to help you build financial security.
• 10% In-Store Discount at participating banners, plus additional discount programs.
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you the opportunity to invest in the company’s success.
• Learning and Development Resources to support your career growth.
• Parental Leave Top-Up to assist growing families.
• Paid Vacation and Days Off to help you recharge.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this…