Senior accounting analyst

Established since 1879, Birks is a luxury jewelry store whose reputation is built on quality, exclusivity, unique design, and excellence in service. We pride ourselves in offering meaningful experiences and in building intimate relationships with each one of our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accounting Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with experience in the retail industry. The senior accounting analyst will participate in the financial month-end close process, reconcile and analyze financial data, and prepare financial reports for various stakeholders as well as support the tax compliance. Key Responsibilities: * Support month‑end close, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and variance analysis. * Prepare accounting memos and provide guidance on transaction treatment under US GAAP. * Analyze financial results against budget and partner with teams to resolve discrepancies. * Assist with external financial reporting, consolidations, audit coordination, and supporting documentation. * Prepare financial analysis, reports, and presentations for senior leadership and the Board. * Support sales tax and income tax compliance, filings, audits, and liaise with external advisors. * Assist with budgeting and forecasting, providing analysis and insights. * Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements. * Support cross‑functional projects and ad‑hoc requests as needed. Knowledge & Skills Required: * CPA certification required, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting * Minimum 4–5 years of experience, including accounting firm experience; industry experience (2+ years) considered an asset. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Hands-on experience with sales tax filings, income tax compliance support, and tax audits is a strong asset. * Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel, advanced. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team-player * Ability to adhere to tight deadlines and multi-task; highly organized; proactive * Ability to apply professional judgment * Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy. * Solid knowledge of US GAAP, preferred and/or IFRS. * Good knowledge of sales tax and income tax regulations * Bilingual (French and English); spoken and written · *Please note that due to the nature of the responsibilities of the position, a proficient level of English is required, in particular to communicate on a regular basis with employees outside of Quebec. * Benefits: Come join us at Birks, and let your true self, shine! In return for your commitment to excellence, we offer… · · Hybrid work model · · Competitive earnings · · Social benefits · · Innovative and unique training programs · · Amazing Employee discounts Are you the gem we are looking for?

The Senior Accounting Analyst manages the financial month-end close process, including reconciliations, variance analysis, and the preparation of financial reports for leadership. Additionally, the role supports tax compliance, audit coordination, and budgeting and forecasting activities.

Candidates must hold a CPA certification and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 4-5 years of experience, including accounting firm experience. Proficiency in US GAAP/IFRS, advanced Excel skills, and bilingualism in French and English are required.

• Hybrid Work Model • Competitive Earnings • Social Benefits • Innovative And Unique Training Programs • Employee Discounts

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• Month-end Close
• Financial Reporting
• US GAAP
• IFRS
• Tax Compliance
• Variance Analysis
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Internal Controls
• Microsoft Excel
• CPA Certification
• Bilingual French and English

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years