senior accountant

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters - HR Services; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Nanaimo, BC, seeks a Senior Accountant to lead the finance team and manage full-cycle accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in accounting and a leadership role, demonstrating strong analytical skills and familiarity with manufacturing environments. The position offers a competitive salary of $75,000 to $95,000 annually, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience.
• 4 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the finance team.
• Assist with financial planning and project execution.
• Manage full-cycle accounting and month-end processes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Accounting expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Company Overview

Welcome to VMAC! We are a dynamic and diverse but unified group of people who challenge the status quo to deliver innovative mobile compressed air products and technology. Together we do incredible work and we’re looking for talented, industrious people to join our team!

About VMAC: VMAC is a pioneer in compressed air technology, crafting cutting‑edge mobile air compressors and multi‑power systems within our state‑of‑the‑art 44,000‑square‑foot facility. With a global presence through a network of over 300 partners, VMAC has consistently achieved recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a Great Place To Work Certified organization.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and strategic Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is ideal for a professional with strong leadership skills, full‑cycle accounting expertise, and experience in a manufacturing environment. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in financial reporting, team leadership, and operational support, contributing to both day‑to‑day execution and support strategic decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the finance team promoting our culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Assist the Controller with critical financial planning and execution of projects.
• Participate in and complete full‑cycle accounting and month‑end processes, including accruals, reconciliations, tax compliance, audit preparation, and consolidated financial reporting packages.
• Manage the period‑end close process to ensure accurate and timely reporting, including variance analysis and budgeting support.
• Actively contribute to financial reporting and support operations and initiatives as assigned.
• Oversee the general ledger, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support daily manufacturing operations as they relate to financials: product costings, inventory, scrap, variances, and commission reconciliation and reporting.
• Look for opportunities to streamline processes and optimise day‑to‑day tasks for efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead the audit process.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams to ensure financial alignment with business goals.
• Identify and implement improvements to internal controls and financial systems.

Key Characteristics

• Proactive leadership.
• Detail‑oriented and a strategic thinker.
• Collaborative communicator.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Accountable and takes ownership over self and team.
• Adaptable and takes initiative.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA designation an asset).
• Minimum 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 4 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a strong asset.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards.Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

Location and Employment

• Location: Nanaimo, BC
• Work location: On site
• Salary: $75,000 to $95,000 annually
• Terms of employment: Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy

Advertised Until

2025-11-28