Senior Accountant

ConeTec Group; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Burnaby is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to enhance accounts payable operations. Responsibilities include overseeing AP workflows, expense account analysis, and month-end reporting. Candidates should possess a post-secondary accounting degree, with 5+ years in high-volume environments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to process improvements and efficiency in financial operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of intermediate accounting experience in a corporate accounting role.
• Minimum 5 years of accounts payable experience in a high volume environment.
• Strong understanding of GL coding and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounts payable workflow for multiple business units.
• Perform analysis of expense accounts to identify cost optimization.
• Prepare and file GST and QST returns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Post secondary degree or diploma in accounting

Professional accounting designation

Tools

MS Office

ERP system (Oracle Peoplesoft)

Gorilla App

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Senior Accountant will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the accounts payable (AP) function, with a strong emphasis on expense account analysis, workflow ownership, and process improvement. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive individual who thrives on challenging the status quo and driving efficiencies across financial operations.

ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

Detailed responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Accounts Payable & Expense Management

• Oversee the full AP workflow for multiple business units, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Perform detailed analysis of expense accounts to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Manage and reconcile corporate credit card programs, including CIL Corp CC, CEO CC, and MBD CC.
• Own the employee expense approval and processing cycle via the Gorilla App.
• Administer and process per diem allocations in accordance with company policy.

Month-End & Reporting

• Maintain and update month-end working papers related to AP, prepaid expenses, and credit card reconciliations.
• Own and reconcile prepaid schedules, ensuring accurate amortization and reporting.
• Prepare and file GST and QST returns for CCA in compliance with tax regulations.

Process Improvement & Projects

• Lead the implementation of invoice approval automation via Harmony.
• Design and implement a streamlined credit card workflow.
• Drive the cleanup and optimization of AP aging reports.
• Identify and execute opportunities for process improvements and automation within the AP and expense functions.

Other

• Support in the training of new employees with company policies, processes and procedures, accounting systems and modules and other technology platforms.
• Support in the testing and roll out of new accounting procedures and modules.
• Other responsibilities and duties as required.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education Requirements

• Post secondary degree or diploma in accounting preferred
• Professional accounting designation would be an asset

Experienced Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of intermediate accounting experience in a complex corporate accounting role
• Minimum 5 years of accounts payable experience in a high volume and fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of GL coding, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing credit card and expense systems (e.g., Gorilla App) is an asset

Technical Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
• Previous work experience with an ERP system (Oracle Peoplesoft would be as asset), multiple entities and currencies

Soft Skill Requirements

• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
• Exceptional attention to details, time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Ability to learn and adapt to a fast paced, high growth environment
• Must have a can-do and roll-up-your-sleeves attitude.

ConeTec is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law.