Sr. Accountant

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/Tasks

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

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 environment 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

info@sians.ca

By phone

604-325-0999 Between 10:00 AM and 03:00 PM

By mail

6666 Fraser St., Vancouver, BC, V5X 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

Pay: From $60.00 per hour

Work Location: In person