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manager, accounting

Title posted on indeed.com - Accounting Manager

Posted on June 01, 2025 by Employer details Highbury Asset Management

Job details

*Highbury Asset Management* is expanding and is excited to announce a newly created Accounting Manager position. Highbury Asset Management provides executive management, finance and administrative services for a diverse portfolio of retail operations, real estate investments, and supporting services across Southern Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island. Our business is a blend of accounting, management, and innovative problem-solving. Reporting to the Controller, the successful candidate will oversee and provide support to an excellent team of seven in our accounting department. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring that processes are running smoothly, journal entries are recorded in timely manner, and internal reports are accurate and distributed on time. This role is very suitable to a candidate who is interested in utilizing existing software and SharePoint to automate processes and reporting. *Location: *Victoria, BC (On-Site) *Salary Range: *$75,000 - $95,000 per year *Employment Type: *Full-time, Permanent *Start Date: *Immediate or negotiable *Responsibilities* * Manage the day-to-day activities of the accounting department * Cultivate relationships with retail store managers * Ensure internal reports are timely, accurate and informative * Train staff and remove roadblocks to ensure records are timely and accurately maintained * Explore potential areas of automation for all inputs to, and outputs from, the accounting system * Internal reports - adhoc requests * Provide support for maintenance of accounting system * Other tasks and projects as assigned *What We?re Looking For* * CPA or applicable accounting courses with a proven history managing an accounting department * Tech savvy with a keen interest in automation and a high degree of attention to detail * A keen interest in developing excellent leadership, communication and management skills * 2 years related experience in a high-volume environment * Experience with Sage 50 accounting software * Grocery or other retail store experience is an asset * Experience with Microsoft Excel * Fluent in English, both written and verbal *What We Offer* * *Supportive Environment:* Work within a team of experienced professionals. * *Competitive Compensation:* Base salary between $75,000 and $95,000, commensurate with education and experience, plus performance-based bonus potential. * *Benefits:* Extended medical and dental coverage after the probationary period, annual CPA professional fees, and approved professional development courses pertaining to job responsibilities. * *Retail Discount:* Enjoy discounts at our retail stores. * *In-Office Environment:* We believe in hands-on, direct communication and fostering a culture of reliability and service. *Other Requirements* * This is a full-time, on-site position in our head office located near the corner of Fort Street and Oak Bay Avenue in Victoria, BC, Canada. * Please submit a cover letter with your resume. We thank all individuals for their interest in this role, however only qualified candidates selected to move forward to the interview process will be contacted. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00-$95,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental care * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * Store discount Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * Monday to Friday Application question(s): * Are you located in Victoria, BC? Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2025-06-13