Senior Accountant

freelance.ca; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Senior Accountant to support financial reporting and decision-making. The role requires maintaining accurate financial records, reconciliations, and assisting with audits. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in accounting and a CPA designation is preferred. The firm offers a hybrid work model with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Group RRSP

Performance bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Education sponsorship

Vehicle rebate program

Four paid days for community service

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred or enrolled in CPA program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and financial records.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Prepare financial statements and reconcile tax returns.
• Assist in interim and annual audit requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Support and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Advanced Excel skills

Experience with Sage Intacct

Education

CPA designation or enrolled in CPA program

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

The Job Reporting to the Operations Controller, the Senior Accountant is a key contributor to the finance team providing exceptional accounting, tax and financial reporting support. As the Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for helping to make business critical financial decisions by collecting, tracking and correcting the company’s finances. In addition, you will be responsible for reconciling accounts, ensuring accurate financial records, ensuring tax compliance, assisting with financial audits and streamlining processes. You excel at maintaining accuracy and attention to detail, thrive under tight deadlines, and collaborate effectively across teams in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and other financial records
• Review and post journal entries
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and variance analyses
• Prepare financial statements
• Reconcile and file indirect tax returns
• Assist in interim and annual audit requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of accounting operations
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and management reporting
• Support and mentor junior staff members, review and provide feedback on their work
• Liaise with other internal departments and external stakeholders
• Assist with ad hoc issues or any new projects as they arise

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Well organized and able to keep accurate and timely records
• Ability to adapt quickly to a changing work environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and team skills
• Proficient with MS Office suite of products
• Advanced Excell skills
• Sage Intacct experience an asset

Education

• CPA designated preferred or enrolled in CPA program
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience

• 4+ years in an accounting / finance environment
• Prior experience in auditing or public accounting would be beneficial
• Canadian tax experience
• Financial reporting and month-end close process
• Process improvement skills
• Reconciliation skills
• Leadership skills

What We Offer

• Hybrid work model, with 3 days a week required in-office.
• The compensation range for this position is $80,000 – 90,000 + bonus.
• A competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive health benefits plan, Group RRSP, performance bonus, health and wellness benefits, and education sponsorship.
• Four paid days annually to "give back" to the community, along with your birthday off.
• A vehicle rebate program of up to $400 per month.