Accountant

Hazelwood Finance; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services division in Nanaimo seeks a full-time Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting and provide financial insights across various industries such as construction and real estate. Ideal candidates have a CPA designation or are working towards it, along with 1-3 years of public practice experience. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in real business problem-solving and the chance to grow beyond traditional audit roles.

Benefits

Comprehensive group benefits (100% employer-paid)

GRSP & DPSP with matching

Short-term and long-term disability plans

Priority access to Telus Health Virtual Care

Continuing education and career advancement support

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Quarterly incentives available

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ public practice audit or assurance experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and reporting.
• Comfort with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle accounting and month-end reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements with variance analysis.
• Support managers with financial insights.

Skills

Accounting standards and reporting

Communication of financial insights

Accountant software (Sage, QuickBooks)

Education

CPA designation (or working toward it)

Job description

Overview

Based in Nanaimo, The Hazelwood Group is a privately-owned powerhouse operating in construction, manufacturing, and real estate development. Hazelwood Finance keeps the engine running—handling IT, Marketing, HR, Accounting, and Business Development across our companies.

Hazelwood Finance, a division of The Hazelwood Group, is seeking a full-time Accountant to join our team in Nanaimo, BC.

We’re looking for Accountants who want to experience more than just audit. In this role, you’ll trade audit files for real business problem-solving, working directly with managers, supporting business strategy, and gaining hands-on experience across industries like construction, manufacturing, and real estate. You’ll partner with managers and operators, be part of a collaborative cross-functional team, and build practical decision-making experience that makes a real impact on businesses.

Benefits of Employment – Why work at Hazelwood?

• Comprehensive group benefits (premiums are 100% employer-paid).
• GRSP & DPSP with tiered matching : 2% of base salary (0–5 years of service); 4% (5+ years of service)
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Priority access to Telus Health Virtual Care (access to a doctor 24 / 7 anywhere in Canada).
• Strong team environment that encourages and financially supports continuing education and career advancement.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Annual financial donations to volunteer organizations directly supported by our employees.
• Quarterly incentives are available.

Compensation

• 50,000 to $70,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

What You’ll Do

• Own full-cycle accounting and month-end reporting for multiple companies
• Prepare and analyze financial statements with variance analysis
• Contribute to budgets, forecasts, and business plans
• Support managers with financial insights to guide decision-making
• Maintain year-end working papers and coordinate with external accountants
• Jump in on projects across our businesses where finance expertise is needed

What You Bring :

• CPA designation (or working toward it)
• 1 – 3 years’ public practice audit or assurance experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and reporting
• Comfort with accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks an asset)
• The ability to communicate financial insights clearly to non-financial managers
• A desire to grow your career in industry and expand beyond audit

Summation

Thank you for considering a career opportunity with The Hazelwood Group. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Before you proceed with your application, please take note of the following important points :

• Application Submission: The submission of your resume does not guarantee an interview or an actual transfer. Our hiring process is designed to identify the most qualified candidates who align with our organization’s needs.
• Minimum Requirements: We encourage qualified applicants to apply for our open positions. However, to be considered, you must meet the minimum requirements related to the skills and qualifications specified in the job posting.
• Legally Entitled to Work in Canada: Please be aware that you must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply for a position with The Hazelwood Group. Our organization does not possess a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support the hiring of foreign workers.
• Acknowledgment: We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants in pursuing career opportunities with The Hazelwood Group. However, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that only those candidates selected for an interview will receive a response to their application. We kindly request that you refrain from making on-site visits or phone inquiries regarding your application status. We will only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for further consideration.
• Criminal Record Check: Some positions within our Group of Companies may require a criminal record check as part of the hiring process. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and accept this requirement.

We look forward to considering your application if you meet the qualifications for our current job openings. Your interest in our organization is valued, and we wish you success in your job search.

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