Accountant

Gibbons Whistler; Whistler; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: 55k-70k CAD annually

Food & beverage discount 50%

Adventure group discount 20%

Hotel and condo discounts 20%

Spa discounts and stipend

Partner discounts with local Whistler

Flexible schedules

Staff events and appreciation nights

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Gibbons Whistler, a leading hospitality group in Whistler, seeks an Accountant to partner with Finance and Operations. You will manage month-end reporting, reconciliations, GST/PST filings, and weekly AP/AR in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and driving improvements across multiple venues, with growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of hands-on accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting principles.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation (completed or in progress) is considered an asset.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including working with large, high-volume datasets.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A self-starter who enjoys solving hard problems and can confidently step into complex situations to drive results.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across Finance and Operations.
• Professional, tactful and discreet when handling confidential information.
• Experience with Sage 300 (AccPac), ADP and other financial systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance leadership in day-to-day accounting operations of a growing hospitality business.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements across multiple business units.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support month-end close processes.
• Prepare year-end working papers for multiple businesses.
• Complete monthly GST and PST filings.
• Support weekly Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and liquor inventory processes.
• Partner with operational leaders to review budgets, pricing strategies, labour performance and key cost drivers.
• Provide financial analysis and insights that help maximize revenue and profitability.
• Build strong relationships across Finance and Operations as a trusted business partner.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting and controls.
• Uphold and champion the Gibbons Core Values in everything you do.

Skills

Accounting experience

Accrual accounting

Excel

Attention to detail

Organization

Self-starter

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Sage 300

ADP

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation (completed or in progress)

Tools

Sage 300 (AccPac)

ADP

Job description

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Who We Are

At Gibbons Whistler, we’re all about Making People Happy. Since 1979, we have been the backbone of Whistler hospitality bringing people together through unforgettable experiences.

Everything we do is rooted in our core values: Encourage Trust, Have Fun, Show Kindness, Lead With Purpose, and Commit to Excellence.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a commercially minded Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a hands‑on role that combines core accounting responsibilities with operational business partnering. You’ll work closely with Finance and Operations leaders to provide accurate financial reporting, identify opportunities for improvement, and help drive business performance across multiple hospitality businesses.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys solving hard problems - together. We believe the best solutions come from collaboration, curiosity and challenging the status quo. If you’re someone who likes digging into complex issues, asking great questions and working alongside operational leaders to make the business better, you’ll fit right in.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and is excited to make a meaningful impact on a growing business.

Perks of the Job

• $55,000 - $70,000 annual salary based on experience and qualifications.
• 50% off food & beverage at all Gibbons venues
• Adventure perks: 20% off The Adventure Group for you and your friends & family
• 20% off at The Adara Hotel and Gibbons Life Condos
• 20% off at The Spa at Whistler and a benefit stipend
• Exclusive partner discounts at local Whistler businesses
• Flexible schedules and a supportive team culture
• Access to community events and staff appreciation nights
• Growth opportunities in Whistler’s most dynamic hospitality group - we’re passionate about promoting from within and supporting your career journey.
• Immersive work environment steps from the mountains - we take our core purpose of “Have Fun” very serious.

What You Bring to the Table

• 2-3 years of hands-on accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting principles.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation (completed or in progress) is considered an asset.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including working with large, high-volume datasets.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A self-starter who enjoys solving hard problems and can confidently step into complex situations to drive results.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across Finance and Operations.
• Professional, tactful and discreet when handling confidential information.
• Experience with Sage 300 (AccPac), ADP and other financial systems is an asset.
• A collaborative mindset and a desire to solve hard problems - together.

Your Days Will Look Like

• Support Finance leadership in the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing hospitality business.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements across multiple business units.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare year-end working papers for multiple businesses.
• Complete monthly GST and PST filings.
• Support weekly Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and liquor inventory processes.
• Partner with operational leaders to review budgets, pricing strategies, labour performance and key cost drivers.
• Provide financial analysis and insights that help maximize revenue, improve profitability and support operational decision-making.
• Build strong relationships across Finance and Operations, acting as a trusted business partner.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting and controls.
• Uphold and champion the Gibbons Core Values in everything you do.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re building a Finance team that goes beyond the numbers. We believe the best ideas come from collaboration, curiosity and challenging the status quo. We’re looking for people who want to solve hard problems - together.

You’ll work alongside leaders who value initiative, continuous improvement and commercial thinking. Your ideas won’t sit in a spreadsheet—they’ll help shape better decisions across the business.

Sound Like a Fit?

We can’t wait to meet you.