Senior Accountant

Continental Group

$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years in a similar accounting role, with at least 1 year in a manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business.
  • Solid knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).
  • Experience with ERP systems, especially Oracle NetSuite, preferred.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent) is a plus.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Support preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and variance analysis.
  • Maintain financial databases and employee/project records in ERP systems.
  • Create and assess reports to aid data-driven decision making across the organization.
  • Oversee payroll and Accounts Receivable processes and troubleshoot issues as needed.
  • File sales tax returns and assist with corporate tax filing preparation.
  • Support audit processes and prepare necessary schedules for external auditors.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation package including benefits and time off.
  • RRSP matching program.
  • Annual safety allowance for work-related gear.
  • Funding for education and training opportunities.
  • Top-tier safety program and company events.
Full Job Description
Location: Burnaby, British Columbia

Summary

Reporting to the Financial Controller, our team is seeking a professional, detail-oriented individual who has excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills. This individual must be comfortable in a multi-tasking environment as well as willing to be a team player in conducting all aspects of the job, including ad-hoc projects. We are looking for an organized go-getter who doesn't mind rolling up their sleeves and digging into the details.

What you will be doing:

As a senior member of the team, the Senior Accountant is an integral part of the accounting team.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes, including journal entry preparation, balance sheet account reconciliation, and monthly continuity schedules preparation.
  • Support the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and variance analysis.
  • Assist with the preparation of periodic management reports and analysis for senior leadership.
  • Assist in maintaining financial databases / ERP (Netsuite), maintaining employee and project records.
  • Support the creation, maintenance, and assessment of underlying reporting to streamline data-driven decision making across the organization.
  • Payroll Oversight, process payroll journal entries, review payroll bi-weekly high level review.
  • A/R Oversight, maintain processes and controls, assisting AR with troubleshooting, assist AR in processing of progress invoices.
  • File and review sales tax returns and payroll source deductions.
  • Assist with the coordination and preparation of corporate tax filing.
  • Support audit processes, liaison with external auditors and prepare audit schedules and supporting as required.
  • Assist with annual planning and budgeting process.
  • A/P & Purchasing Oversight, maintain processes and controls, assisting AP & Purchasing with troubleshooting and complex issues.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
  • Assist with ad hoc projects and other financial analysis and reporting as required.
  • Other accounting duties, as required.


What we need from you:

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within at least 1 year working in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor's degree, Accounting/Business major.
  • Solid knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)
  • Experience with ERP system, particularly Oracle NetSuite, is preferred.
  • Full-cycle financial statement preparation experiencerequired.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
  • Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent) is an asset.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Strong organizational ability and problem-solving skill.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written as well as verbal) with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a professional and competent manner.
  • Able to adapt to change and learn new processes as the business evolves/develops.
  • Proven ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, handle high volumes, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
  • Team player with positive attitude who takes initiative and has a strong work ethic.
  • Work effectively with minimal supervision to complete assigned tasks with high degree of accuracy, efficiency, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
  • Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments including various projects.


Key Competencies

We expect our people to consistently demonstrate the following competencies in their work, decision-making, and interactions with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders:

  • Ethics & Integrity: Acts with honesty, professionalism, fairness, and respect while maintaining confidentiality and building trust.
  • Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities, follows through on commitments, and accepts responsibility for outcomes.
  • Strategic Thinking: Understands how their work contributes to organizational goals and identifies opportunities to improve processes and results.
  • Action Orientation: Demonstrates initiative, solves problems proactively, and responds effectively to changing priorities and challenges.
  • Continuous Learning & Humility: Seeks feedback, learns from experiences, embraces new ideas, and pursues ongoing personal and professional development.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Works effectively with others, values diverse perspectives, and contributes to a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
  • Results Orientation: Focuses on delivering high-quality work, meeting deadlines, and achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.
  • Safety & Well-Being: Promotes a safe and healthy work environment by following safety procedures, identifying hazards, and supporting the well-being of others.


Everyone is responsible for demonstrating these competencies and contributing to a high-performing, collaborative, inclusive, and safe workplace.

What we will give you:

  • $80,000 - $95,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications
  • Comprehensive total compensation package, including benefits, time off, and RRSP matching
  • Annual safety allowance for work boots, clothing, or hearing protection
  • Education and training funding
  • Top safety program
  • Fun company events

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