Senior Accountant

Swim Recruiting; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Accountant who thrives in a dynamic environment. This role is perfect for a hands-on CPA with a passion for complex accounting tasks and mentoring others. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining financial integrity, preparing detailed financial statements, and driving insightful analysis. With a focus on collaboration and compliance, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a values-driven organization committed to sustainability and excellence. Join a team that values innovation and teamwork, and take your career to the next level in this high-impact role.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Robust Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 4+ years of full-cycle accounting experience required.
• Strong financial analysis and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial analyses and reports, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes and oversee staff training.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Staff Training

Collaboration

Technical Expertise

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Tools

ERP Systems

Business Central

Excel

Job description

Senior Accountant

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on CPA who enjoys complex accounting work, mentoring others, and collaborating across teams.

Who – The Company:

This North Vancouver-based, values-driven organization has a long-standing reputation for technical excellence, service, and innovation.
They partner closely with clients and manufacturers to deliver thoughtful, sustainability-focused solutions across a wide range of industries.

What- The Role:

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the financial health and integrity of our client. Reporting to the Controller, this position leads complex accounting tasks, prepares internal and external financial statements, manages month- and year-end closes (including working papers), and delivers insightful financial analysis.

This role ensures compliance with accounting standards, supports cross-functional collaboration for accurate reporting, and provides guidance to colleagues without formal accounting backgrounds. It’s a hands-on, high-impact role requiring strong technical expertise and a collaborative mindset.

1. Prepare financial analyses and reports.
2. Calculate and process commission payments.
3. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
4. Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
5. Oversee direct external assurance engagements to ensure compliance.
6. Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
7. Liaise with the Project Analyst to improve project financial procedures.
8. Maintain the accounting system.
9. Maintain and monitor the effectiveness of internal controls.
10. Lead operational staff training efforts to improve the quality and flow of financial data.
11. Support junior staff as needed or assigned.
12. Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects and system optimization.
13. Perform additional assigned responsibilities as needed.

Who- the Candidate:

1. Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
2. 4+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting.
3. Background in engineering or construction industry is an asset.
4. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
5. Very strong financial analysis skills.
6. Solid background in consolidation, budgeting, and forecasting.
7. Advanced proficiency in Excel.
8. Skilled in utilizing technology with a focus on its practical application, rather than deep technical expertise.
9. Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with Business Central is an asset.
10. Ability to train and manage staff.

How much:

$80,000-$100,000, discretionary bonus, robust benefits package.

Where:

North Vancouver, BC, hybrid working model of Mon-Thurs onsite, Friday remote.

When & How To Apply:

Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested, please reach out very soon!