Senior Accountant

Burke Recruiting Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke Recruiting Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting for a small portfolio of clients in a Vancouver-based, remote-friendly setup. The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, mentoring junior staff, and strengthening internal processes.

Ideal candidates will have a CPA designation, strong Excel skills, and experience with Canadian accounting standards. Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software and payroll compliance is preferred.

Qualifications

• CPA designation
• Solid experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end processes
• Comfort with payroll platforms and compliance requirements
• Strong Excel abilities including analysis and data organization
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards; cross-border exposure is helpful
• Experience with cloud-based accounting software
• Interest in improving processes and working efficiently

Responsibilities

• Managing month-end close and preparing reliable financial statements
• Maintaining working papers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Coordinating payroll and compliance requirements for assigned clients
• Handling day-to-day accounting including journal entries, AR/AP, and related tasks
• Providing guidance to junior staff to support their development and ensure consistent quality
• Bring an solutions orientated mindset, constantly identifying opportunities to build efficiencies, improve processes and automate.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Month-end close

Mentoring

Process improvement

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

Payroll platforms

Job description

Senior Accountant

Location: Vancouver, BC, (Remote)
Salary: $85,000 – 105,000 depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys variety, ownership, and working with multiple clients. You’ll manage full‑cycle accounting for a small portfolio, ensure accurate financial reporting, support junior team members, and help strengthen internal processes. It’s a great fit for someone who values high‑quality work, enjoys problem‑solving, and wants to contribute to a team that’s continually improving how finance gets done.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing month‑end close and preparing reliable financial statements
• Maintaining working papers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Coordinating payroll and compliance requirements for assigned clients
• Handling day‑to‑day accounting including journal entries, AR/AP, and related tasks
• Providing guidance to junior staff to support their development and ensure consistent quality
• Bring an solutions orientated mindset, constantly identifying opportunities to build efficiencies, improve processes and automate.

Qualifications

• CPA designation
• Solid experience with full‑cycle accounting and month‑end processes
• Comfort with payroll platforms and compliance requirements
• Strong Excel abilities including analysis and data organization
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards; cross‑border exposure is helpful
• Experience with cloud‑based accounting software
• Interest in improving processes and working efficiently

What’s In It for You

• A varied client portfolio that keeps your work interesting and dynamic
• Opportunities to mentor and take on leadership responsibilities
• A supportive, flexible work environment that values balance and autonomy
• Professional development through exposure to different industries and challenges