Overview
Languages: English
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Business/commerce, general
Finance, general
Accounting
Experience: 5 years or more
On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting:
Relocation costs not covered by employer
Willing to relocate
Private company, corporation or industry
Accounting firm
Financial services industry
Responsibilities
Identify clients' financial goals and objectives
Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
Supervise staff
Train staff
Analyze clients' financial records
Arrange training for staff
Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
Develop financial plans for clients
Prepare reports and audit findings
Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
Prepare financial statements and reports
Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
Review and examine financial services and institutions to ensure compliance with governing legislation and regulation
Analyze financial documents and reports
Examine accounting records
Provide financial, business and tax advice
Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
Variance analysis
Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
Oversee payroll administration
Supervision
5-10 people
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
Automatic data processing (ADP)
Accounting software
Quick Books
Caseware/Caseview
MS Office
MS Windows
Sage Accounting Software
Area of specialization
Financial planning
Risk management
Financial examination
Financial investigation
External audit
Financial technology
Investigation
Wealth management
Accounting
Additional information
Security and safety
Bondable
Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Attention to detail
Large caseload
Large workload
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Ability to multitask
Adaptability
Due diligence
Proactive
Perks
Other benefits
Free parking available
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for persons with disabilities
Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work workplace for newcomers and/or refugees
Support for youths
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Veterans
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
Support for Indigenous people
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
Support for mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
Supports for visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
a Canadian citizen
a permanent resident of Canada
a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By email
[email protected]
By phone
(phone hidden) Between 10:00 AM and 03:00 PM
By mail
6666 Fraser St.Vancouver, BCV5X 3T5
What you must include in your application:
Cover letter
Answers to the following screening questions:
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
What might be required by the employer later in the hiring process:
Letter of recommendation
References attesting experience
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📌 Sr. Accountant (British Columbia)
🏢 Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia
📍 British Columbia