About Us:
A high-end architectural company with several decades of expertise in large-scale projects across North America is seeking a Senior Accountant. Our portfolio spans millions of square feet, with a strong presence in Western Canada and the U.S. We are recognized for excellence and innovation, delivering some of the most notable master-planned communities in transit-oriented and urban growth hubs.
As a Senior Accountant, you will manage the full accounting cycle and maintain the organization’s financial integrity. This includes daily accounting operations, month-end and year-end reporting, cash flow and payroll management, project accounting, and providing strategic financial insights to leadership.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage full-cycle accounting for all entities, including monthly and year-end financial statements.
- Prepare budgets, monitor variances, and provide regular financial analysis to management.
- Maintain consistent accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Prepare and issue client invoices and credit memos (Canada and U.S.); record payments and follow up on collections.
- Receive and process vendor, consultant, and contractor invoices; issue payments as required.
- Process employee expense claims and maintain organized financial records.
- Prepare payroll information and coordinate with the outsourced payroll provider to ensure accuracy.
- Manage cash flow and perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Track project profitability and support Principals and Project Managers to meet financial targets.
- Coordinate with external accountants for year-end statements and filings.
- Support management with ad hoc financial analysis and process improvements.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- CPA designation required.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including at least 5 years in a Controller or Senior Accounting role.
- Experience with project accounting.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and interruptions.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong command of written and spoken English.
What we offer:
- CPA Annual Dues and Professional Development.
- Extended Health and Dental insurance.
- Health and Wellness fund.
- Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Disability Insurance - STD+LTD.
- RRSP matching program.
- Paid vacation.
- Friendly and supportive team and a healthy workplace culture.
- Staff activities - social events & weekly breakfasts.
- Central location.
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and skills, we’d like to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $85,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Which ERP systems have you worked with?
- How would you describe your level of English?
- Are you comfortable working in a full-time, in-office environment?
- Are you currently residing in the Vancouver area?
- Do you have experience with project-based billing?
- Do you have experience in an Architectural / Development / Construction firm?
- Are you a fully qualified Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada specifically?
Experience:
- Canadian Accounting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
