Corporate Accountant

Corporate Accountant

Hi, my name is Syeda Fatima, and I’m the Senior Manager of Corporate Accounting at Mejuri. In my role, I am responsible for leading the corporate accounting team and ensuring that our financial statements are grounded in accurate financial information in a robust control environment. At Mejuri I get to help scale a growing organization, create valuable impact everyday and be a part of a highly motivated team!

I am looking for a Corporate Accountant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to help scale Mejuri’s growing finance function, meet its business objectives and work cross-functionally with various business partners. The ideal candidate is someone who is a curious self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is motivated by the opportunity to improve and drive excellence in our current processes.

Job Overview

As the Corporate Accountant, you will be responsible for creating working files to support the compilation of consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. Your objective will be to improve accuracy, reduce month-end close timelines and create efficiencies in processes. This role will serve as the treasury specialist on the team who will oversee bank reconciliations, debt arrangements, accounts payable and other wires, cash management and other treasury requirements. You will partner closely with teams in FP&A, AP, Human Resources / Payroll, Data / Technology, Retail Expansion, Sustainability and eCommerce / Retail.  

This opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, entrepreneurial setting, has strong communication skills and is passionate about solving problems and creating valuable impact!

What you'll do

• Assist in timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial close and reporting process
• Prepare supporting files for accounting transactions, and demonstrate strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (ASPE)
• Contribute to a top tier team that proactively drives continuous improvement and works with a collaborative mentality
• Assistance with initiatives that contribute to the objective of building out the accounting team technology stack, specifically T&E systems, bank automation projects and reporting dashboards
• Preparation of working files supporting bank, credit cards, T&E, corporate operating expenses including transactions related to G&A, corporate loans, intercompany, and other accruals 
• Partner cross-functionally with AP, FP&A, Human Resources / Payroll, Retail Expansion, Sustainability and Data/Technology business unit leaders in the month-end review process and treasury requirements
• Assist with external review/audit process as necessary
• Ensure a strong controls environment and fiscal integrity of the company’s business through the enhancement and management of accounting systems and controls
• Facilitate weekly wire payments and urgent wire transfers while ensuring accurate cash management and compliance with covenants 
• Preparation of monthly rent wire payments, reconciliation and landlord reporting requirements
• Assist with special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed

What you'll bring to the team

• 2+ years of progressive experience in full cycle and/or public accounting
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and finance software
• An analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
• Proven track record of managing several priorities
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or related field

Nice to haves

• A minimum of three weeks vacation, plus personal days and three religious observance days.
• A hybrid work model for all corporate roles.
• ‘Mejuri Passport’ which allows employees who meet specific criteria to work in other locations for one month per year.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, including mental health coverage, and generous personal and sick days for our full-time employees. We also offer bereavement leave, including miscarriage and stillbirth support.
• Parental leave salary top-up of up to 80%, as well as a personalized return-to-work transition and accommodation plan for full-time employees.
• Semi-annual performance reviews.
• A generous product discount!