Vantage Commodities is a wholesale lumber trading company operating across Canada and the US. We run a lean, technology-focused operation supported by an internally developed ERP platform that connects our trading, inventory, and financial processes. As we grow, our focus is on improving processes, leveraging technology and automating repetitive work rather than simply adding headcount.
The Role The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Controller across our Canadian and US entities, taking ownership of core accounting processes while gaining exposure to cross-border accounting, sales tax, credit and financial reporting.
This is a high-potential role with a clear path to growth. For the right person, there is a real opportunity to progress quickly into a Junior Controller position as you build your knowledge of our business and take on more responsibility.
We’re looking for someone with solid accounting fundamentals who is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable using technology to improve how work gets done.
Key Responsibilities Process accounts payable and accounts receivable across both entities
Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping in Xero
Support month-end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations
Prepare US state sales tax filings following training and under the Controller’s oversight
Support customer credit applications and maintain vendor/customer tax documentation
Investigate and resolve accounting and transaction discrepancies
Respond to ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests
Help improve and automate recurring finance processes
Learn and effectively use Vantage’s internally developed ERP platform
Qualifications Degree, diploma or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, Economics,



Business or a related field
Approximately 1–3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience, including meaningful co-op or internship experience
Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, including AP, AR, journal entries and reconciliations
Strong Excel skills, including formulas, lookups and pivot tables
Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail with the ability to independently own recurring processes and deadlines
Comfortable learning new systems and working with financial data
Proactive mindset with an interest in improving processes and reducing manual work
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across finance, trading and operations
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Preferred (Not Required) Experience in any of the following would be considered an asset:
Multi-entity or cross-border Canada–US accounting
Xero or other cloud-based accounting systems
US sales tax and/or Canadian GST/HST
Inventory, wholesale, distribution, commodities or trading environments
ERP systems and finance process automation
Advanced Excel, including Power Query
SQL, Power BI or other data/reporting tools
Credit management or customer credit processes
Progress toward, or interest in pursuing, a CPA designation
Lumber, forestry, logistics or physical commodity trading
What Success Looks Like You’ll become a trusted owner of key finance processes, maintain accurate financial records, and develop a strong understanding of how transactions flow through Vantage. As you grow in the role, you’ll take on increasing responsibility, help make our finance operation more efficient, automated and scalable, and position yourself for fast-track progression to Junior Controller.

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📌 Systems & Operations Accountant (British Columbia)
🏢 Vantage Lumber
📍 British Columbia