Accountant

Accord Financial Corp.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord Financial Corp. in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Accountant to support the general ledger, month-end close and financial reporting for Canadian operations.

The role emphasizes internal controls and regulatory compliance in a hybrid setting, with attendance at the Vancouver office three days per week. The candidate should hold a CPA designation and a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, with at least three years of experience in corporate accounting and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• CPA designation required; CA/CGA may be considered where recognized by provincial bodies.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and internal controls.
• Knowledge of cost allocation, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Familiarity with accounting applications and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work well under multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close and general ledger activities, including journal entries.
• Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules for financial reporting.
• Assist with financial reporting packages for Canadian operations.
• Support internal controls and respond to audit requests, including SOX-related activities.
• Coordinate tax filings and regulatory reporting for Canada.
• Assist with accounts payable processing and related tasks.

Skills

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Internal controls

SOX compliance

Financial reporting

GAAP / Canadian standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Summary:

The accountant position is dedicated to our Vancouver location and is responsible for supporting accounting, general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliation, journal entry, financial reporting and compliance activities. This position will help ensure monthly close tasks are completed accurately and on schedule, reconciliations are properly prepared and reviewed, journal entries are supported and posted in accordance with accounting policies, and financial reporting deliverables are completed in compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal controls and regulatory requirements.

**This is a Hybrid role and must report to the Vancouver office minimum 3 days per week**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Build effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.

· Contributes to the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting.

· Supports month-end accounting close activities by preparing and analyzing data, accruals, variance analysis, supporting schedules and other financial reporting inputs in accordance with established close timelines.

· Prepares, reviews and posts routine and month-end journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, allocations and other adjustments, ensuring entries are accurate, properly supported and aligned with accounting policies and standards.

· Prepares and enhances account reconciliations for balance sheet and general ledger accounts, investigates reconciling items and variances, resolves discrepancies on a timely basis and maintains clear documentation to support review and audit requirements.

· Assists with monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting packages, including financial statement support, account fluctuation analysis and other management reporting deliverables for Canadian operations.

· Supports internal controls, compliance activities and internal, external and SOX-related audits by preparing schedules, supporting documentation and responding to information requests in a timely and accurate manner.

· Supports the company’s borrowing base reporting function

· Keeps abreast of emerging Canadian accounting issues, including applicable accounting standards, tax and regulatory requirements, and assists in developing accounting practices, reporting disclosures and process documentation for new standards or requirements.

· Prepares worksheets, reconciliations and supporting schedules for federal and provincial tax filings, regulatory reporting and other compliance requirements applicable to Canadian operations.

· Supports the processing of accounts payable

· Results Oriented

· Critical Thinking and Decision Making

· Adaptability and Change Leadership

· Technical/Functional Expertise

Education / Experience Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field from a recognized post-secondary institution.

· Recognized Canadian accounting designation required, such as Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA); legacy designations including CA, CMA or CGA may be considered where recognized by the applicable provincial accounting body.

· Minimum 3 years relevant experience required.

· Strong understanding of Canadian accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, internal controls and compliance expectations applicable to corporate accounting environments.

· Knowledge of cost allocation methodologies, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.

· Familiarity with accounting applications and their administration.

· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).

· An ability to work well under multiple deadlines.