Accounting Representative (12-Month Contract)

Accounting Representative (12-Month Contract)                                         

Location: 530 West Broadway, Vancouver BC, Canada
Core hours: Monday to Friday from 8am – 4:30pm PST
Hybrid Role: We value collaboration, both in-person and remotely. This position is classified as Hybrid under our Hybrid Work Program Policy, where this position is required to be onsite 3 days per week

Role Summary

The Accounting Representative is responsible for owning the Company's Sales Tax Exemption Certificate Program, ensuring exemption certificates are collected, reviewed, maintained, and monitored in support of ongoing tax compliance. As the primary point of contact for exemption certificate management, this role works closely with customers and internal stakeholders to maintain accurate records, support audits, and drive compliance with applicable sales tax requirements. In addition, the role supports the accounts payable function. Additional responsibilities may be assigned to support the broader objectives of the Finance Team.

Responsibilities

• Own the Company's Sales Tax Exemption Certificate Program, ensuring exemption certificates are collected, reviewed, maintained, and monitored in support of ongoing sales tax compliance 
• Act as the primary point of contact for all internal and external Sales Tax Exemption Certificate inquiries 
• Own and manage the Sales Tax inbox, ensuring timely responses and resolution of certificate-related requests
• Own the execution of the Exemption Certificate Communication SOP, proactively engaging customers through both email and telephone outreach to ensure compliance objectives are achieved
• Maintain accurate exemption certificate records and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes 
• Prepare and distribute bi-weekly compliance reports and maintain related dashboards and performance metrics 
• With support from Controller, update and maintain state-specific exemption certificate reference guides
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and overall administration of the exemption certificate program 
• Ensure outgoing payments are posted both timely and accurately
• Provide support and coverage for Accounts Payable function, including entering vendor invoices and preparing payment runs
• Verify and process out-of-pocket (employee) expense reports 

Qualifications

• A certificate or diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Knowledge of Sage 300 is an asset
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, adjust to shifting priorities and manage time effectively to meet deadlines in a multiple-deadline environment 
• A strong collaborator with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships, both internally and externally 
• Flexibility to support beyond core business hours when necessary 

The Application
Please submit a resume with a cover letter.
Closing date for applications: Thu-13-Aug-2026 at 9pm PST

Total Rewards

• Competitive salary, quarterly and annual bonuses based on individual and company goals
• 100% employer-paid premiums for extended health, health spending account, wellness program, green transportation incentive, various paid time-off options available from your first day, and product discounts

• Focus on professional development, 1:1 meetings with your leader, tuition assistance program and length of service rewards

Our Company

Eminence Organic Skin Care provides premium products and unparalleled service to leading salons, spas, beauty professionals, and retail customers. For 14 years in a row, skin care professionals have voted Eminence Organic Skin Care as their Favorite Skin Care Line and their favorite company for Product Education. As a Certified B Corporation®, we are looking for Team-members who seek to positively impact lives within our communities, give back through philanthropic endeavours, and make choices to exemplify sustainability and be stewards of the environment.

Eminence Organic Skin Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about maintaining an inclusive workplace that encourages and values diversity.

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