Senior Accountant
Location: Vancouver, BC
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Compensation: $80- $85K/year + 4 weeks’ vacation + company-paid benefits
About the Role
Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to support their finance function by overseeing daily accounting operations, assisting with financial reporting, and ensuring accuracy across general ledger activities. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional looking to develop leadership experience while focusing on technical accounting and process optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations & Month-End Close
- Assist in coordinating month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting within 7–10 days.
- Perform general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
- Support preparation of monthly and quarterly management reports.
Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Oversee day-to-day AP and AR functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Review vendor invoices, payment approvals, and cash applications.
- Optimize workflows to improve efficiency and system utilization.
Payroll & Taxation Support
- Support payroll processes, including benefit reconciliations and reporting.
- Assist with GST/PST remittances and year-end T4 filings.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Prepare variance analysis and detailed financial reconciliations.
- Support budgeting and forecasting by providing financial data and insights.
- Monitor KPIs and contribute to financial performance discussions.
Process Improvement & Systems Support
- Assist with GL system maintenance, upgrades, and process enhancements.
- Identify opportunities to automate accounting tasks and improve controls.
- Support expense management systems and related processes.
Team Collaboration & Support
- Assist in supervising junior accounting staff and review their work for accuracy.
- Collaborate with finance managers and other departments to resolve issues.
- Provide backup support for critical accounting tasks as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
- CPA designation (or final stages of CPA completion).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in mid-sized private enterprises or natural resources.
- Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting, month-end close, and reconciliations.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to provide actionable financial insights.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Core Competencies
- Technical Accounting: GL, reconciliations, and reporting expertise.
- Attention to Detail: Accurate, high-quality work output.
- Problem-Solving: Solution-oriented analytical mindset.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Collaboration: Works effectively across teams and departments.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
The Senior Accountant role provides a hands-on chance to contribute meaningfully to the company’s financial operations while gaining leadership experience in a supportive environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com