Accounting Manager

Burke Recruiting Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

3 weeks vacation

Health benefits

Job summary

Burke Recruiting Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager in Vancouver, BC (onsite) to lead and mentor offshore teams, oversee month-end close, and drive process improvements.

You’ll manage Canada and international client relationships and partner with owners on strategic initiatives. The role requires CPA designation, strong public practice background, and proven leadership in a fast-paced accounting environment with expertise in Excel and AI-driven tools.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• Strong public practice background required.
• Experience managing offshore teams (India or similar).
• Strong bookkeeping fundamentals to support review responsibilities.
• Proven leadership in a fast-paced accounting environment.
• Strong Excel abilities and comfort with AI-driven tools.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and operationally minded.
• Strong communication skills and confident leadership.
• Flexibility for occasional early morning or late evening calls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor 5-7 offshore team leads with high-quality deliverables.
• Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and junior review.
• Manage client relationships in Canada and internationally.
• Drive operational improvements, SOP development, and systems optimization.
• Lead accounting system enhancements and implementations.
• Support strategic initiatives and direct collaboration with owners.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency across high-volume F&B client base.
• Provide authoritative leadership to offshore and local teams.

Skills

Leadership

Excel

AI tools

Education

CPA designation

Tools

AI-driven tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Accounting Manager

Job Title: Accounting Manager Location: Vancouver, BC (Onsite)

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 depending on experience Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

This is a leadership role for an experienced accounting professional who excels in operational oversight, offshore team management, and systems improvement. You’ll oversee multiple team leads in India, manage complex F&B client portfolios, and drive continuous improvement across processes and systems.

If you’re a strong leader with a public practice foundation and an operational mindset, this role offers significant influence and direct collaboration with the firm’s owners.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and mentoring 5-7 offshore team leads, ensuring high-quality deliverables and workflow efficiency
• Overseeing month-end close, financial reporting, and review of junior team work
• Managing client relationships across both Canada, and internationally
• Driving operational improvements, SOP development, and systems optimization
• Leading accounting system enhancements and implementations
• Supporting strategic initiatives and collaborating directly with the owners
• Ensuring accuracy, structure, and consistency across a high-volume F&B client base
• Bringing a strong, authoritative leadership style to guide offshore and local teams

Qualifications

• CPA designation
• Strong public practice background (required)
• Experience managing offshore teams (India or similar)
• Strong bookkeeping fundamentals to support review responsibilities
• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced accounting environment
• Strong Excel abilities and comfort with AI-driven tools
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and operationally minded
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead with confidence
• Flexibility for occasional early morning or late evening calls

What’s In It for You

• A leadership role with direct reporting to the owners
• Influence over systems, processes, and operational improvements
• A fun, forward-thinking culture that values continuous improvement
• Bonus program, 3 weeks vacation, and health benefits
• A high-growth environment with long-term career potential