Job Title: Senior Accountant
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our client's finance team. This role is responsible for supporting core accounting functions including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and audit preparation. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and a proactive approach to process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and record complex journal entries as part of the monthly and quarterly close process.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and assist with forecasting and variance analysis.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather data for financial analysis and reporting.
Analyze and maintain high-priority accounts and support the preparation of financial packages.
Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data by understanding end-to-end transactional flows.
Support internal and external audit processes by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
Identify and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
Maintain and update accounting process documentation.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff.
Respond to general accounting inquiries and support cross-functional teams.
Participate in special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as needed.
Handle confidential financial information with discretion and professionalism.
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Proven financial analysis and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, large datasets).
Minimum of4 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a senior-level role.
Experience working in amid-size to large organization, preferably in a complex or multi-entity environment.
Familiarity withERP systemssuch as Oracle, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics.
Understanding of internal controls and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX).
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA designation (or in final stages of completion).
Experience with intercompany transactions and consolidations.
Exposure to public company reporting standards.
Knowledge of IFRS is an asset.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Burnaby,BC.
À propos d'Aston Carter:
Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.
Aston Carter est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
