Senior Accountant (Full Time)

City of Chilliwack; Chilliwack; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chilliwack is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee financial operations within the Finance Department. This full-time permanent role involves performing complex accounting tasks, ensuring compliance with municipal policies, and providing financial oversight, especially during emergency situations. An ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of public sector accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant accounting experience, preferably in capital asset management.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and job costing.
• Able to adapt to high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist management to achieve efficient operation in the Finance Department.
• Perform accounting work of considerable variety, complexity, and responsibility.
• Prepare working papers and audit files; liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Completion of CORE 1 and CORE 2 of CPA Professional Education Program

Job description

2025-51 - Senior Accountant (Full Time)

Status: New

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Details

Posting #: 2025-51 Title: Senior Accountant (Full Time) Department: Finance Duties: The incumbent in this class assists management to achieve an efficient operation in the Finance Department through reliable performance of accounting functions, observing and complying with municipal policies, and statutory requirements ensuring the safety and security of confidential material/matters pertaining to the Department's operation.

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting Services, the Senior Accountant performs accounting work of considerable variety, complexity, and responsibility. The work performed requires public sector accounting standard (PSAS) knowledge, local government finance experience, and the ability to work effectively within a team as well as independently.

The Senior Accountant will work under minimal supervision and use sound independent judgement.

This role will primarily focus on financial and managerial accounting which can include capital assets management, job costing, and monthly budget review and analysis. Additionally, the successful candidate will play an active role in supporting the Emergency Operations Centre (“EOC”) with financial oversight during emergency and crisis situations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.

The Senior Accountant prepares working papers and audit files; and liaises with external auditors as necessary during the annual audit. The Senior Accountant performs a variety of internal control and audit functions and assists with financial planning functions.

The Senior Accountant will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in an accounting or finance related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Minimum completion of CORE 1 and CORE 2 of the CPA Professional Education Program or equivalent; Skills:
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in capital asset management and job costing;
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and job costing;
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced, high-pressure environments, especially in emergency situations;
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Good knowledge of the functions, practices and procedures, bylaws, policies and regulations pertaining to the operation of the Finance Department;
• Able to perform tasks with minimal supervision;
• Able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with department officials and other members of the staff.
  
  

Salary: $53.81 per hour (2025 Rate) Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Closing: 2025-07-01 04:30 PM Posted: 2025-06-17

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