Senior Accountant

THE OPPORTUNITYWe have an opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our award-winning firm in the Vancouver YOULL DOThis role reports to our Manager Finance and Accounting and works closely with our Finance and Accounting team to handle treasury and general accounting activities for the firm as well as assist with finance-related ideal candidate is an effective communicator with strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a high-volume deadline-oriented environment. They are committed to providing exemplary client service and bring positive energy whether working independently or problem solving with team members. RESPONSIBILITIESOwn and manage the monthly and year-end general ledger close process including preparing journal entries reconciling accounts and ensuring accurate complete and timely financial reportingPrepare internal financial statements and key operational performance reports for management providing clear insights into financial results and business driversConduct advanced variance analysis investigating fluctuations and identifying key drivers impacting financial performance with actionable recommendationsPrepare and submit financial reports and regulatory filings required by external regulators and industry stakeholders ensuring accuracy and compliance with all applicable requirementsGather analyze and interpret financial data to support decision-making forecasting and ongoing business and operational initiativesContribute to the monthly reconciliation process for the firms trading activities ensuring completeness accuracy and timely resolution of discrepanciesSupport the Finance team by maintaining asset schedules preparing detailed working papers and contributing to the successful completion of the external audit processConduct research on IFRS and CIRO standards providing recommendations and supporting the implementation of new or updated regulatory requirementsAnalyze departmental processes to identify inefficiencies recommend improvements and implement procedures to enhance accuracy scalability and workflow efficiencyWrite update and maintain policies and procedure manuals to ensure consistency compliance and alignment with best practices and regulatory expectationAct as a key contributor to cross-functional projects and departmental initiatives collaborating with stakeholders across the firm to drive process improvements and strategic prioritiesRespond to inquiries and requests from advisory and client services teams providing timely accurate and client-focused supportSupport the development of junior team members by providing guidance knowledge sharing and informal coaching to build team capabilityCOMPETENCIESBusiness Partnering Use our functional knowledge relationships and business acumen to collaborate with leaders and stakeholders and align our support to address their goals and challengesData Entry Review or receive text or other data and then capture or enter that information accurately and efficiently in systems documents applications or reportsDeveloping Reports Gather compile organize and present accurate information in structured reports to support sound business decisions or provide insightFinancial Accounting Use our knowledge of financial practices and IFRS to record transactions manage accounts conduct analysis and reconciliation create reports and maintain compliance with accounting standardsReconciliation Identify analyze and explain variances to budgets or plans reconciling transactions or accounts to support decision making and financial integrityRegulatory Knowledge Understand and apply relevant laws regulations and standards to meet legal and ethical requirements and reduce risk for clients and the firmSystems and Application Proficiency Use maintain manage or improve specific systems or applications in our role to work effectively and efficientlyKNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCEMinimum of 3-5 years of experience in a full cycle accounting roleCompletion of a post-secondary accounting program and CPA designationRelated experience in the investment industry and CIRO regulatory reporting is an assetKnowledge of anti-money laundering procedures is an assetStrong client service orientation with excellent verbal and written communication skillsSuperior data entry skills with the ability to process high volumes of data efficiently and with accuracyProven experience preparing financial accounting reconciliationsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize a complex and time-sensitive workloadSelf-motivated and results driven willingness to learn new tasks and take responsibility for assignmentsAbility to work independently along with flexibility and willingness to assist othersStrong knowledge of IFRS and CIRO guidelinesConfident decision maker with an eye for detail and expert analytical problem-solving capabilityAdvanced Microsoft 365 (Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook)Proficiency with Dataphile and Sage 300 Accpac is an assetWHAT WE OFFERA culture of openness collaboration and respect is foundational to our firm. We are a diverse driven group of individuals who genuinely care about one another and values each individuals offer a competitive and equitable total rewards package including mentorship programs and meaningful professional development to support your continued growth. The expected salary range for this role is $80000 $90000 per year plus eligibility for a performance based team is growing and we have room for one more exceptional individual. If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume by August 4 must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Any employment restrictions must be disclosed at the time of application with supporting documentation provided prior to a potential offer of are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued and supported. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please email us at appreciate your interest and thank you for considering this opportunity. We will contact candidates whose qualifications most closely align with the requirements for the role.