Accounting Manager, Controllership

Informed decision-making is at the heart of any successful company. As a member of Best Buy Canada’s Accounting Team, you’ll get to put your knowledge of best practices into practice and play a crucial role in helping to grow our business.

The Accounting Manager, Controllership leads accounting for Best Buy Canada’s vendor funding program, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with US GAAP and Best Buy Enterprise policy as it relates to the vendor funding and support programs, which encompasses a range of activity including funding for vendor promotions, purchase discounts, and related adjustments to Best Buy Canada’s inventory balances. This role also leads a diverse team of 4 direct and 4 indirect reports that include accounting professionals, partners with cross-functional stakeholders, and drives process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and control.

We practice a remote first working model, leveraging in-person interactions at our head office located in beautiful Vancouver, BC, for strategic, collaborative, and social purposes.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee the monthly GL reconciliation process, balance sheet and P&L variance analysis, journal entries, general ledger accounts and annual budgets prepared by associates.

• Manage resources to meet month-end deadlines and ensure assigned accounting areas comply with US GAAP.

• Work collaboratively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams both internationally and locally, applying professional judgment in accounting for new business opportunities and processes impacting areas of responsibility.

• Design and implement SOX & non-SOX processes related to financial statements, vendor and inventory support and month-end reporting to ensure compliance with SOPs and US GAAP.

• Build a best-in-class controllership team, through an ongoing system of recruitment, development, recognition and performance management.

• Assist the Assistant Controller with reporting requirements and other tasks. Completes special projects and ad-hoc duties as assigned, including US GAAP accounting research and recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Influence, build trust, and make connections with all levels of a business.

• A passion for empowering employees and developing a strong workforce by taking ownership of your team.

• Lead complex projects and think strategically to make necessary changes happen.

What we’re looking for:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in a mid-large size organization.

• 3+ years of leadership experience managing a team.

• Strong knowledge and application of GAAP.

• An accounting designation (e.g. CPA, CA)

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with large and complex data sets and related tools.

• Experience working in a retail environment is considered a bonus.

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office and experience with various BI tools is preferred.

Why you’ll love it here: 

• Remote-first work environment. 

• Employee discounts on awesome tech. 

• Flexible health benefits and wellness program. 

• Development opportunities to build new and transferable skills. 

Join our amazing team! 

We are looking for people just like you. 

About Best Buy 

As Canada's destination for the coolest tech, Best Buy offers one of the best work environments in the country! Our culture is one of inclusivity and belonging and provides employees with an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work. 

Annualized Compensation Range

This job is eligible for a company performance bonus in addition to the compensation range above.

Starting pay offered will consider skills and experience. Your pay can grow as you build your career with us.

This posting is for a vacancy.