Accounting Manager

Accountants-BC Ltd. is looking for an Accounting Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this position will lead the company’s internal accounting and financial management functions.

Job Requirements:

Languages: English

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce, business administration, economics or a related discipline. A Canadian CPA designation is an asset.

Experience: At least five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, financial planning and analysis, or related financial activities. Experience supervising accounting staff or leading accounting assignments is required. Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements, budgets, cash flow forecasts and financial analyses; knowledge of Canadian accounting practices, financial controls and applicable tax and payroll requirements; proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail; ability to manage competing priorities and meet financial reporting deadlines.

Personal suitability: Strong analytical, organizational, communication and leadership skills; sound judgment; integrity; reliability.

Job Duties:

• Plan, organize, direct and evaluate the company’s internal accounting and financial reporting activities.

• Develop and implement financial policies, accounting procedures and internal controls to support accurate reporting and responsible financial management.

• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes and coordinate the preparation of the company’s financial statements and management reports.

• Lead the annual budgeting process, prepare financial forecasts, analyze actual results against budgets and recommend corrective actions.

• Monitor cash flow, receivables, payables and working capital, and recommend measures to maintain adequate liquidity and control expenditures.

• Develop and maintain financial models and cost analyses to assess operating performance, staffing plans and proposed business investments.

• Evaluate accounting software, reporting systems and financial procedures, and recommend improvements to efficiency, accuracy and control.

• Establish financial performance measures, analyze profitability and cost trends, and report significant findings and financial risks to the Chief Executive Officer.

• Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate staff assigned to the company’s internal accounting and finance functions.

• Coordinate the company’s financial information and supporting records for external accountants, auditors, financial institutions and regulatory authorities, as required.

Terms of employment: Permanent, full-time position. Start date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $57.69 per hour in guaranteed base pay, plus a monthly bonus.

Benefits: Health care plan, dental plan, disability benefits, paid vacation, professional development opportunities, and a monthly bonus payable at month-end under the employer’s documented bonus arrangement.

Work Hours: 40 hours per week

Business Address and Work Location: Unit 503, 1055 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1E2

How to apply

By email: [email protected]

Please submit your resume and cover letter by email with “Accounting Manager Application” in the subject line. Applications submitted through Job Bank Direct Apply will also be considered.

Who can apply to this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.

• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit.