Junior Accountant, Operations Accounting

Job summary

Perform bank reconciliations for assigned European entity or US store depository accounts, prepare and analyze monthly journal entries, and reconcile general ledger accounts, particularly cash and credit over/short balances. Support specialized business needs such as franchise accounts receivable administration or store gift card requests, and contribute to process improvements and ad hoc projects.

Job details

Requirements Description & Requirements who we are lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people. About This Team The Operations Accounting team plays a pivotal role in providing accurate and timely financial and management information to all necessary stakeholders. An integral part of the Operations Accounting group, you work with other internal and external stakeholders to ensure accuracy in the Operations Accounting and compliance with internal controls. We provide a tremendous opportunity to learn about many of operations within lululemon that impact our team by often working in cross-functional teams on a variety of projects. Core Responsibilities We are hiring two Junior Accountants, Operations Accounting. While both roles share a common foundation in operational accounting activities, each position will support a different area of the business, with a focus on either our European entities or US store depository accounts. In This Role, You Will Perform bank reconciliations for assigned accounts, including either European entity accounts or US store depository accounts. Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries, including credit card fees and other operational accounting transactions. Review and reconcile GL accounts, with a focus on cash and credit over/short balances. Support a designated area of the business through specialized responsibilities, which may include supporting the Franchise business with AR administrative tasks or resolving Store Gift Card requests. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancement projects within Operations Accounting. Support ad hoc requests, projects, and analyses to meet evolving team and business needs. Qualifications 2+ years of relevant work experience and progress toward a CPA designation. Solid financial background and proficiency in Excel. Retail industry experience is considered an asset. Experience with Oracle EBS is an asset. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and manage multiple time-sensitive tasks. must haves Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life. Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results. Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same. Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure. Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships. Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously. Additional Notes Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role. Compensation And Benefits Package lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $59,800–$78,500 annually ; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements. At Lululemon, Investing In Our People Is a Top Priority. We Believe That When Life Works, Work Works. We Strive To Be The Place Where Inclusive Leaders Come To Develop And Enable All To Be Well. Recognizing Our Teams For Their Performance And Dedication, Other Components Of Our Total Rewards Offerings Include Support Of Career Development, Wellbeing, And Personal Growth Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans Paid time off Savings and retirement plan matching Generous employee discount Fitness & yoga classes Parenthood top-up Extensive catalog of development course offerings People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few) Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice. workplace arrangement In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

What you’ll do

Perform bank reconciliations for assigned European entity or US store depository accounts, prepare and analyze monthly journal entries, and reconcile general ledger accounts, particularly cash and credit over/short balances. Support specialized business needs such as franchise accounts receivable administration or store gift card requests, and contribute to process improvements and ad hoc projects.

Requirements

Candidates need at least two years of relevant experience, progress toward a CPA designation, a solid financial background, and Excel proficiency; retail experience and Oracle EBS experience are assets. Strong organization, attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to prioritize multiple time-sensitive responsibilities are required, as is authorization to work in Canada.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Program
• Extended Health And Dental Benefits
• Mental Health Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Savings And Retirement Plan Matching
• Employee Discount
• Fitness And Yoga Classes
• Parenthood Top-Up
• Development Courses
• People Networks
• Mentorship Programs
• Leadership Series

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Bank Reconciliation
• Journal Entries
• Financial Analysis
• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Cash Accounting
• Credit Card Fee Accounting
• Accounts Receivable Administration
• Excel
• Oracle EBS
• Internal Controls
• Process Improvement
• Attention To Detail
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Time Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Retail

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