Who are we?
Fox Group (10,000+ employees globally) - a leading, fast growing retailor and partner of choice to operate several well-known retail banners in Israel, Europe, and Canada - is excited to announce that we are working towards being the number one leading group in the retail industry in Canada! In Canada, we currently operate Mango, Laline and Fox Clothing, Flying Tiger Copenhagen and Jumbo. Nike is also part of the Fox Group Canada and it is operated by Retailors. We couldn’t be more excited and it is a wonderful time to join our Group with all the growth opportunities and expansions down the pipeline, we will be sure to turn your retail job into your dream career.
About the Role
Fox Group Canada Inc. is a growing, multi-location retail company seeking an experienced and dependable Bookkeeper / Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts payable processing, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end support. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage a high volume of transactions in a fast-paced retail environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, review, code, and enter vendor invoices into QuickBooks Online.
- Verify invoices, supporting documentation, and required internal approvals.
- Reconcile vendor statements and investigate billing discrepancies.
- Set up and maintain vendor records in the accounting system.
- Process employee expense reports and corporate credit card transactions.
- Record weekly and monthly financial transactions.
- Prepare and post journal entries as required.
- Reconcile store cash deposits, sales, and payment-processing transactions.
- Investigate cash, deposit, sales, and transaction discrepancies.
- Follow up with stores, vendors, and internal departments regarding missing information or documentation.
- Assist with customer refund and transaction-related inquiries.
- Prepare sales reports for landlords and shopping centres.
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records in accordance with company policies and audit requirements.
- Support the Finance team with additional accounting and administrative projects as required.
Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum five years of hands-on Canadian bookkeeping and full-cycle accounts payable experience.
- Practical knowledge of Canadian accounting practices and sales taxes, including GST/HST.
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Strong hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks Online is required.
- Experience in a retail or multi-location retail environment is strongly preferred.
- Experience processing a high volume of transactions is considered an asset.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and account reconciliations.
- Experience preparing journal entries and supporting month-end close activities.
- Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion and professionalism.
Work Arrangement
This is a hybrid position, requiring four days per week in the Toronto office and one day per week working remotely
Pay Range: $55,000-$65,000/annually
This is a vacant position.
Fox Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
We thank all applicants for your interest in this exciting opportunity, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted
Skills Required
- Minimum five years of hands-on Canadian bookkeeping and full-cycle accounts payable experience
- Practical knowledge of Canadian accounting practices and sales taxes, including GST/HST
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Strong hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks Online
- Experience in a retail or multi-location retail environment
- Experience processing a high volume of transactions
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and account reconciliations
- Experience preparing journal entries and supporting month-end close activities
- Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion and professionalism
What We Do
Fox Group Canada Inc. is the Canadian arm of Fox Group, a leading global retail group that partners with global fashion and lifestyle brands. The company offers a comprehensive shopping experience through online and in-store capabilities, operating recognized brands such as Mango, Laline, and Fox Home, with a vision to be the leading retailer in every category and territory in which they operate.
