Position: Accounting Business Partner
Reports to: Accounting & Performance Manager
Location: Montreal, Quebec

Salary: Between 60k and 72k, salary based on experience

Do you want to take on a challenge, gain experience in the fashion industry and launch your career in accounting?

You might just be the person we're looking for to support the finance team.

About the Role:

Are you an experienced accounting technician who enjoys being hands-on while also guiding a team? Are you comfortable with the full accounting cycle while supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis?

We are looking for an Accounting Business Partner who will act as a key operational and organizational pillar within the finance team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in day-to-day accounting work, enjoys structure and process improvement, and is ready to take on a leadership role while supporting management with insights and analysis.

You will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial records, strong internal controls, and well-organized workflows for our BESTSELLER retail operations in Canada or/ and the United States.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As an Accounting Business Partner, you will be responsible for the full accounting cycle while acting as a team reference and business partner.

Accounting & Operations

• Actively participate in the entire annual accounting cycle, from daily transactions to year-end close.
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, purchase order matching, approvals, and payment scheduling.
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger in accordance with company policies.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Participate actively in monthly and annual closings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and maintain complete and well-organized documentation to support internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, approval workflows, and expense policies.
• Perform rent and tax reconciliations, ensure timely payments, and record all related transactions accurately in the books.
  

Budget, Forecast & Analysis Support

• Support the Accounting & Performance Manager with budget preparation, forecasting, and follow-up.
• Perform monthly financial analysis on key P&L, G/L, balance sheet, and cash flow items.
• Identify variances, trends, and risks, and proactively suggest improvements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting tools, templates, and processes.
  
  

Leadership & Organization

• Act as a team lead and technical reference, supporting, guiding, and structuring the work of the accounting team.
• Help organize workloads, prioritize tasks, and improve efficiency within the team.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve issues and maintain strong working relationships.
  
  

Tools & Systems

• Use accounting systems and Excel extensively for reconciliations, reporting, and analysis.
• Participate in process optimization and system improvements when needed

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar hands-on accounting role. 
• AEC, DEC, or DEP in accounting/finance or equivalent. 
• Strong experience across the full accounting cycle
• Experience with U.S. accounting or regulatory requirements is an asset
• Comfortable working with accounting systems and large volumes of transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of Excel (proficiency in VLookUp, XlookUp, and pivot tables). 
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, allowing for effective management of multiple tasks simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a high level of accuracy. 
• Possess a good sense of urgency, able to identify issues and act quickly. 
• Demonstrates great attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality of work performed, and minimizing errors.
• Given the support role in the United States and Canada, proficiency in both French and English is essential to ensure effective communication with clients and internal teams.
• Natural leadership qualities with a collaborative and supportive approach

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

At BESTSELLER, we care about your career and well-being. Besides joining a fantastic team, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive insurance from day one, a voluntary savings plan, and a laptop.
• 3 weeks of vacation, 5 "recharge" days, and 10 public holidays to rest and recharge.
• Flexible hours and half-days off on Fridays until the end of the year for the perfect work-life balance.
• The option to work from home one day a week for added comfort.
• A paid lunch every Wednesday to relieve you from meal prep stress the night before!
• Access to a free virtual health platform 24/7 for instant consultations with health professionals! #WellbeingFirst
• 50% discount in our stores to treat yourself to your favorite fashion items.
• Invitations to exclusive events organized by the BESTSELLER Social Club.
• A brand-new office in Villeray: a modern space with unlimited snacks and coffee to keep your energy high.

We can't wait to read you, talk to you and see you!

We review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to take down the advertisement, when our candidate is found. We are committed to diversity and provide equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity.

BESTSELLER is an international fashion company with brands such as JACK and JONES, VERO MODA, ONLY and JACK & JONES. BESTSELLER operates both its own chains / stores as well as we have a large number of retailers on the market. As an employee of BESTSELLER, you become part of our family. We offer a developing and exciting workplace with a high pace where we all work together towards common goals. Our philosophy and our values ​​are important to us, we work hard and strive to be the best but always in a humble way. BESTSELLER Canada began in 2004 and currently works with eight of our brands. JACK & JONES is our sole retail presence in Canada, while VERO MODA, ONLY, ONLY & SONS, SELECTED FEMME/HOMME, PRODUKT, NOISY MAY and JACQUELINE DE YOUNG are part of our wholesale distribution. Our office in Montreal is the centre of BESTSELLER’s North American operations and the workplace of almost 100 of our colleagues. Overall, BESTSELLER Canada has approximately 600 colleagues, including our distribution centre and almost 50 JACK & JONES stores.