Senior Accountant

DWB Consulting Services Ltd; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored career growth opportunities

Progressive vacation allocation

GRSP Matching

Company directed trainings

Professional development allowances

Fun and professional work environment

Company events

Job summary

Kintera, formerly known as DWB/Chartwell, is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm. We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team in the North Vancouver office, responsible for day-to-day accounting, accurate financial records, and compliance support.

The Senior Accountant will oversee full accounting functions, mentor staff, and report to the Controller while contributing to ERP transitions and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation, or working towards, preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with full-cycle accounting, financial reporting under ASPE, and month-end management.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial processes and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Managing full accounting cycle and month end close.
• Posting and reviewing transactions, including accruals and intercompany transactions.
• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and government remittances.
• Leading, mentoring and developing accounting staff; fostering strong communication between finance and operations.
• Maintaining general ledger accuracy, including reconciliations.
• Preparing month-end and year-end financial reports and schedules.
• Working with the Business Services team to ensure project billings accuracy.
• Assisting with payroll processes and reconciliations.
• Assisting with audits and the year-end review.
• Supporting ERP transition and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA designation or in progress

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

ADP

MS Excel

Job description

Kintera, formerly known as DWB/Chartwell, is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm specializing in services and solutions for the resource sector. Kintera has a close-knit team, a diverse client base and a reputation for outstanding quality and service. Our offices are located across all regions of British Columbia.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team and be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our accounting function. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance requirements, and ensuring the smooth execution of core accounting processes. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to continuous improvements within the department. This position is based out of the North Vancouver Office.

Job Description:

The Senior Accountant oversees the company's accounting practices, maintaining accurate fiscal records, and preparing key financial reconciliations and reports. the role is responsible for core accounting functions such as projects accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger maintenance. The Senior Accountant will report to the Controller and provide leadership to the accounting staff.

Job Responsibilities:

The immediate responsibilities of a Senior Accountantwill include, but are not limited to:

• Managing full accounting cycle and month end close
• Posting and reviewing transactions, including accruals and intercompany transactions
• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and government remittances
• Leading, mentoring and developing accounting staff; fostering strong communication and alignment between finance and operational teams.
• Maintaining general ledger accuracy, including reconciliation of accounts
• Preparing month-end and year-end financial reports and schedules
• Working closely with the Business Services team to ensure completeness and accuracy of project billings
• Assisting with payroll process and reconciliations, as needed
• Assisting with audits and the year-end annual review
• Supporting ERP transition and leading ongoing process improvements.

What We Offer:

• Tailored career growth opportunities
• Progressive vacation allocation
• GRSP Matching
• Company directed trainings
• Professional development allowances
• Fun and professional work environment
• Company events

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation, or workings towards, preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with full-cycle accounting, financial reporting under ASPE, and hands-on month-end management.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, financial processes and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems; Deltek Vantagepoint and/or ADP considered a strong asset.
• Experience in a consulting, service-based or project-based environment preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Detailed-oriented, accountable, self-driven, with strong interpersonal.

Compensation:

• The hourly range is between $40 - $50 and will be commensurate with experience.

We look forward to hearing from you. We thank all applicants for their interest.