Financial Reporting Accountant (Accountant II)

City of Vancouver; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant II to join their dedicated team. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for the accounting and financial reporting of city funds, preparing annual financial statements, and supporting various departments to ensure compliance with financial policies. You will also engage in project work aimed at enhancing the city's financial reporting capabilities. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a city committed to sustainability and equity while enjoying a flexible work program that allows for remote work options. If you are passionate about public service and have a strong accounting background, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation with experience in a large organization.
• Knowledge of PSAB standards and local government regulations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and ensure compliance with reporting policies.
• Analyze financial information for senior management decision-making.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Professional Canadian Accounting Designation

Experience in Fund Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

Requisition ID: 43574

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function

The Financial Reporting Accountant II is responsible for:

• The accounting and financial reporting of assigned City funds, tangible capital assets, reserves and other financial items including preparing annual financial statements, monthly reports and complex financial analyses.
• Supporting operating departments to ensure compliance with financial reporting policies, standards and business processes and systems.
• Development of the City’s financial reporting capability through policy and financial system development.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Accounting

• Prepare complete fund financial statements and information for consolidated financial statement notes.
• Prepare supplementary schedules and reconciliations for reserves, tangible capital assets and other financial items to ensure their accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare complex accounting entries as required related to reporting responsibilities.
• Prepare audit working papers, analysis and documentation as needed.
• Prepare and maintain policies and procedure manuals for the position.
• Review and interpret a variety of agreements, reports and correspondence related to the generation and recording of accounting information.

Department Support

• Analyze financial statements and information and prepares summaries so that senior management has meaningful and timely information for making financial decisions.
• Provide advice and assistance to departments on appropriate accounting treatment towards effective management of financial responsibilities.
• Assist the business units with yearend adjustments and ensure the timely reversal of year end accruals.

Project Work

• Participate as a subject matter expert in the design, implementation and documentation of various modules and applications of the financial system; undertaking problem-solving and/or project assignments of a financial reporting nature.
• Plan and lead multi-month financial projects designed to improve the City’s reporting capability.
• Undertakes assignments to research, develop options and make recommendations related to accounting and financial reporting issues.
• Participate in testing, data conversion and implementation of various modules and applications of the financial management system.
• Review, develop and make recommendations regarding changes to the accounting procedures; implement improvements and document approved changes.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• A professional Canadian accounting designation and thorough accounting experience, in a large organization, preferably within the public sector and a union environment.
• Experience in Fund Accounting preferably in a municipal environment and familiarity with PSAB standards and local government regulatory requirements would be an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Effective problem solving ability is supplemented by strong analytical and organizational skills, excellent oral and written communications and strong interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Excel and other desktop productivity tools.
• Understanding of complex ERP systems including modules for project, plant maintenance, real estate billing, asset accounting and report development tools is required.
• Able to demonstrate a service oriented approach to providing assistance and advice to internal and external customers.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite. At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Finance & Supply Chain Mgmt (1150)

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Position Start Date: May 2025

Position End Date: April 2026

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-027: $47.62 to $56.27 per hour

Application Close: April 8, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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