Surinder Kaila

Surinder’s expertise is in finance recruitment, building relationships and growing people. Surinder Kaila has worked as an Accounting Clerk, Paymaster, Employee Relations, and as a Human Resources Generalist in manufacturing for 17 years. Surinder has achieved a Bachelor of General Studies in Liberal and Business Studies from Simon Fraser University, completed a Diploma in Human Resources in 2019 and is a CPHR Candidate. If you are looking for your next role or your next hire please contact Burke Recruiting as your chosen recruiters in Vancouver.

General Accountant

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Location: Surrey, BCJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeWork Model: In-OfficeSalary: $60,000 – $70,000 Burke Recruiting is searching for an experienced General Accountant to join a well-established company in Surrey. In the role of General Accountant, you will play an important role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Your key responsibilities will include: •            Preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries to maintain accurate general ledger records. •            Performing monthly bank reconciliations, balance sheet, and reconciling accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll liabilities. •            Managing month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. •            Preparing monthly financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports. •            Preparing customer invoices, recording payments, reconciling customer accounts, and following up on outstanding receivables. •            Providing backup support for accounts payable functions, including invoice processing and EFT/cheque payments. •            Preparing GST returns, WorkSafeBC reporting, and Employer Health Tax (EHT) reconciliations and remittances. •            Preparing year-end working papers and assisting with external audits. •            Contributing to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations. Qualifications: We are looking for a motivated professional who can work independently, take initiative in identifying accounting issues, and collaborate effectively within a team. •            A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a Canadian corporate accounting environment. •            Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. •            Strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles and applicable tax regulations. •            Solid experience in general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end closing, and financial reporting. •            Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, lookup functions, and data analysis. •            Proficiency in accounting software and experience using ERP systems. •            Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. If you are an experienced accounting professional looking to take ownership of key accounting responsibilities and contribute to improvements in financial reporting and accounting processes, we encourage you to apply. Please send your resume to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com

General Manager

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General Manager – Transportation & Logistics Location: Calgary, ABSalary: $110,000–$150,000 + Performance Bonus + BenefitsEmployment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Are you an experienced transportation leader who understands both the operational and financial sides of running a trucking business? We are seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead transportation and logistics operations, manage a team, and drive improvements in efficiency, profitability, and overall business performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven trucking professional who enjoys leading people, solving operational challenges, and making a measurable impact on business results. Key Responsibilities ✅ Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 10–20 employees across operations and related functions.✅ Oversee daily trucking, dispatch, fleet, driver, and logistics operations.✅ Improve fleet utilization, driver productivity, service levels, and operational efficiency.✅ Monitor operating costs, revenue, gross margins, and key performance indicators.✅ Work closely with Finance and senior management to review financial results, budgets, forecasts, and variances.✅ Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability and strengthen cash flow.✅ Establish performance targets and promote accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.✅ Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and transportation partners.✅ Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, safety standards, and company policies. What We’re Looking For ✔️ 5+ years of progressive experience in trucking, transportation, or logistics.✔️ Mandatory trucking industry experience with a strong understanding of dispatch, drivers, fleet, and transportation operations.✔️ Proven experience leading a transportation or fleet operations team.✔️ Strong business acumen and an understanding of how operational decisions affect profitability.✔️ Experience monitoring operating expenses, budgets, margins, or other financial performance metrics.✔️ Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.✔️ A hands-on management style with the ability to balance daily operations and long-term business objectives. If you have a strong trucking background and the leadership and financial skills to take transportation operations to the next level, we would love to hear from you! Please apply to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com

Senior Securities Paralegal/Corporate Securities Specialist

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Remote Across Canada | $140K to $160K | Full-Time Ready for something different from the traditional law firm environment? Burke Recruiting is partnering with a growing corporate securities and governance advisory firm to hire two experienced securities professionals. This is a fully remote opportunity for someone who knows Canadian public-company securities work and wants more autonomy, direct client exposure and interesting, sophisticated files. We’d love to speak with you if you have experience with: – TSXV and/or CSE – SEDAR+ and SEDI – Continuous disclosure and Canadian securities requirements – Private placements and financings – Corporate governance and public-company records – Managing client files independently. You might currently be a Senior Securities Paralegal, Corporate Securities Paralegal, Corporate Secretary, Corporate Secretary Consultant or working in a similar public-company securities role. Why this one stands out: Fully remote anywhere in Canada, strong benefits, $140K to $160K compensation, direct client relationships, interesting public-company work and a growing business with more demand than current capacity. They are looking for people who are proactive, sharp, accountable and enjoy taking ownership of their work. – Canada-wide remote – $140,000 to $160,000 – Full-time, permanent Interested, or know someone who might be? Contact Surinder Kaila, Senior Talent & HR Partner at skaila@burkerecruiting.com, for a confidential conversation.

Accounting Manager

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Location:  Calgary, B.C.Employment Type: Full-Time (In Office) Salary: $90K – $110K (dependent on experience) About Us Our stable Client is a growing transportation and logistics organization providing reliable freight, warehousing, and supply chain solutions.  We are committed to operational excellence, customer service, and financial discipline as we continue to expand our network and capabilities. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead our accounting and financial reporting functions. The Accounting Manager will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Accounting Operations Cash Flow & Treasury Management Compliance & Internal Controls Operational & Strategic Support Qualifications What We Offer How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to Surinder Kaila to skaila@burkerecruiting.com.

Senior Staff Accountant

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Senior Staff Accountant – Compilation & Tax Public Practice, Vancouver Island, B.C. – Hybrid$65,000–$90,000/year Our public practice client is a respected CPA firm serving the North Island for over 50 years. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our team and work with a diverse group of long-standing clients. Responsibilities: Qualifications: What we offer: Join a firm where career growth and work-life balance can genuinely coexist. Apply: Please send your resume to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com

Staff Accountant

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Staff Accountant / Public Practice Vancouver Island, BC – Hybrid$55,000–$68,000/year Our client is a long-established CPA firm serving the North Island for over 50 years. We’re looking for a motivated accounting professional to join our team and work with a diverse group of long-standing clients. What you’ll do: What we’re looking for: What we offer: If you’re looking for a stable accounting career with genuine work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com

Accounts Payable Clerk

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Accounts Payable Clerk Coquitlam, BC | Full-Time | Approximately $25 per hour Burke Recruiting is searching for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk on a permanent basis for a growing, multi-location organization in Coquitlam. The successful candidate will support a busy finance team with high-volume invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, invoice research and AP inquiries. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AP professional who can quickly learn new systems and contribute after a brief training period. Key Responsibilities Qualifications To apply, please send your resume to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com

Senior Accountant

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Permanent Opportunity Location: Coquitlam, BC Work Arrangement: In-office Permanent Salary: Approximately $85,000 Start Date: October 2026 Our client is a growing, multi-location organization seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its finance team in Coquitlam. This is a hands-on opportunity within a busy, operational environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing detailed accounting responsibilities, responding to changing priorities and working closely with finance and operational leaders. Key Responsibilities     •    Support the monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes.     •    Prepare and post journal entries, accruals and adjusting entries.     •    Complete balance sheet and general ledger account reconciliations.     •    Prepare financial statements, management reports and variance analyses.     •    Investigate account discrepancies and resolve outstanding accounting issues.     •    Support multi-entity and intercompany accounting and reconciliations.     •    Assist with cash-flow reporting and forecasting.     •    Prepare bank reconciliations and monitor cash activity.     •    Support inventory reconciliations, costing and variance reporting.     •    Assist with sales tax and other government filings.     •    Prepare audit working papers and respond to audit requests.     •    Maintain accurate supporting schedules and accounting documentation.     •    Work with operational managers to resolve accounting and reporting issues.     •    Assist with ERP, reporting and accounting process improvements.     •    Support special projects and additional accounting responsibilities as required. Qualifications     •    Several years of progressive full-cycle accounting experience.     •    Strong experience with month-end close, reconciliations and financial reporting.     •    Advanced Excel skills.     •    Experience using ERP or integrated accounting systems.     •    Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational abilities.     •    Clear written and verbal communication skills.     •    Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.     •    Experience in a multi-location, automotive, manufacturing, distribution, retail or other operational business would be an asset.     •    CPA designation or progress toward a designation would be an asset. Working Style This opportunity will suit someone who is:     •    Hands-on, dependable and highly accountable.     •    Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial and less structured environment.     •    Able to determine priorities and move work forward without extensive direction.     •    Calm when deadlines are tight or priorities shift.     •    Confident communicating with both accounting and non-accounting colleagues.     •    Willing to assist wherever needed to support the team. Please send your resume to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com