Coquitlam

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

Accounting Manager Future Controller Opportunity Location: Coquitlam, BCEmployment Type: Permanent, Full-TimeWork Arrangement: Primarily in-officeCompensation: $125,000 to $140,000, depending on experience Our client is a successful and growing multi-location organization seeking a hands-on Senior Manager, Accounting & Finance to join its leadership team. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment and is interested in progressing into a Controller position within approximately two years. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Manager will oversee core accounting operations, lead and develop the accounting team, strengthen financial processes and systems, and work closely with senior executives, business owners and operational leaders. This is not a narrowly defined or highly structured corporate role. The successful candidate will be comfortable working through ambiguity, responding quickly to changing priorities and creating structure where processes are still evolving. Key Responsibilities Qualifications Leadership and Working Style The successful candidate will be: Why Consider This Opportunity? This role offers significant exposure to executive decision-making, business operations, financial systems and organizational growth. The company is specifically looking for someone who can develop into its future Controller, with increased responsibility, compensation and bonus potential as the individual progresses. This opportunity will appeal to an ambitious accounting leader who enjoys improving systems, solving problems, developing people and making a visible impact within a growing organization. Please send your resume to Tina Burke at tburke@burkerecruiting.com