Senior Accountant

Creation Technologies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Benefits

Job summary

Creation Technologies in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead financial close and reporting for multiple business units in accordance with IFRS/GAAP. You will act as a financial steward, advising on accounting policy and internal controls while partnering with operations and senior leadership.

The role emphasizes process improvements, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring junior staff to strengthen our accounting function. A CPA and manufacturing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA designation required for positions in Canada.
• 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience.
• Previous manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial close and reporting across business units.
• Oversee accounting policies and internal controls.
• Drive process improvements and system effectiveness.
• Coordinate with auditors and support audits.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and ensure policy adherence.

Skills

IFRS/GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Cost accounting

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation (Canada)

Tools

ERP system proficiency

MS Excel

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to be part of something bigger than month-end close, this opportunity is for you. You'll play a critical role in supporting the growth and transition of business units, gaining exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects that help drive the organization's continued success.

The Senior Accountant performs financial close and reporting activities for Business Units ensuring compliance with IFRS/GAAP, driving process improvements, and maintaining effective internal controls. This role acts as the financial steward for the assigned business unit, serving as a key advisor and business partner by providing sound accounting guidance grounded in IFRS/GAAP while offering practical, real-world solutions. This position effectively functions as the “controller” for the business unit, delivering both technical accounting advice and actionable insights to support informed decision-making.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include, but not limited to:

• Prepare, review, analyze & lead financial close and reporting to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with IFRS/GAAP across multiple business units.
• Oversee the implementation and adherence to accounting policies and internal control procedures.
• Lead initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency, accuracy, and system effectiveness.
• Prepare documentation and coordinate with internal and external auditors to support audit processes and compliance efforts.
• Reconcile, review, and ensure completeness and accuracy of account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Identify and address financial risks, ensuring timely resolution of accounting variances and issues.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies with cross-functional teams to maintain reporting accuracy and operational continuity.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and operational support to internal stakeholders to support decisionmaking and ensure adherence to financial policies.
• May mentor and train junior accounting members to build team capability and ensure consistent application of systems and processes.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) required for positions in Canada. Candidates actively pursuing their Canadian CPA will be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting roles
• Previous manufacturing experience required.

Skills Required

• Deep knowledge of IFRS/GAAP, financial controls, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in cost accounting, inventory and labour/material analysis.
• Strong excel and ERP system proficiency.
• Ability to communicate and influence, both written and verbally, complex topics including financials, controls, and job performance.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position in Canada is between $90,000-$115,000 CAD per year. Full-time employees are also eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and hours worked.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email [e-mail]. You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team.

If you are contacted regarding the position, please inform our Talent Acquisition team of any accommodations you may need during the recruiting process. All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.