Senior Accountant

The Arcticom Group; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accounting firm in Burnaby is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant responsible for managing banking activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years in accounting and possesses a CPA designation. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential. Join a team that values accuracy and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Willingness to travel to Fraser Valley office as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily banking activities and prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Perform reconciliation of general ledger and subledger accounts.
• Assist with preparation of monthly and yearly financial statements.

Skills

Progressive accounting experience

Strong understanding of accounting principles

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

CPA designation (or currently pursuing)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft GP

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in the Burnaby Office. This full-time role is essential to the accurate and timely processing of accounting transactions and plays a key part in the month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You’ll be working closely with the Senior Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to ensure compliance with GAAP, and to identify and implement opportunities for process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily banking activities and prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Perform reconciliation of general ledger and subledger accounts.
• Assisting with preparation of monthly and yearly financial statements with detailed variance analyses.
• Monitor and clear outstanding items in balance sheet accounts regularly.
• Prepare PBC (Prepared by Client) audit schedules and address audit queries.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
• Maintain and enhance financial accounting and control systems.
• Support foreign currency transaction processing.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of monthly tax returns and payments.
• Contribute to ad hoc financial analysis, special projects, and other duties as needed.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA designation preferred (or currently pursuing CPA).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, GAAP, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficient in ERP systems; experience with Microsoft GP is a plus.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to travel 1 day to our Fraser Valley office as needed.
  
  

If you’re a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about accuracy and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.