Accounting Manager

Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia; Richmond; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health, Dental, and Vision

Health Spending Account

Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pension plan

4 weeks vacation

Bonus 10%

Job summary

Horizon Recruitment is recruiting an Accounting Manager to join a collaborative corporate finance team. This role leads a small accounting team, partners with finance leadership to deliver accurate corporate accounting, quarterly external reporting, and financial analysis.

The candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, develop the team, and proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting that support growth.

Qualifications

• CPA designation (or equivalent) is required.
• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of three accounting professionals, fostering accountability and growth.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, AP, and weekly/monthly/quarterly/year-end deliverables.
• Manage month-, quarter-, and year-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses.
• Collaborate with finance leadership on external reporting, consolidation, and MD&A preparation.
• Analyze results, identify key drivers, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare quarter-end working papers and support regulatory reporting.
• Oversee equity stock ownership program reporting and compliance.
• Support internal/external audits and drive process improvements.

Job description

Horizon Recruitment is recruiting for an Accounting Manager to join a collaborative corporate finance team. This role is responsible for leading a small accounting team while partnering closely with finance leadership to deliver accurate corporate accounting, quarterly external reporting, and financial analysis. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, develop their team, and proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting that support the organization's continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of three accounting professionals while fostering accountability, technical growth, and career development.
• Oversee corporate accounts payable and full-cycle accounting activities, ensuring weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses.
• Independently manage complex accounting areas, including intercompany accounting, investments, associates, and other corporate transactions.
• Partner closely with finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to support quarterly external reporting, financial statement preparation, and consolidation activities.
• Analyze financial and operational results, identify key business drivers, and provide practical recommendations that support informed business decisions.
• Prepare and consolidate quarter-end working papers that support financial statements and management discussion and analysis (MD&A).
• Administer the company's equity stock ownership program while ensuring accurate reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Support internal and external audit requirements by preparing documentation and responding to audit requests.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reporting quality, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Contribute to finance projects, accounting system enhancements, and other corporate initiatives as required.

Requirements

• CPA designation (or equivalent professional accounting designation).
• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Previous leadership experience managing or mentoring accounting professionals.
• Strong experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Experience supporting external financial reporting and consolidation activities.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex accounting areas with minimal ramp-up.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements that strengthen reporting, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical business recommendations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance and non-finance teams.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as a trusted member of the finance leadership team.
• Commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Remuneration

• $110,000-$120,000 annual base salary
• 10% annual bonus
• 4 weeks vacation
• Extended Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Pension plan upon eligibility

Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered.