Accounting Manager

Robert Half

  • Vancouver, BC
  • $90,000-115,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Job Description:Robert Half is working with a growing business located in Downtown Vancouver to help identify a new Accounting Manager. Reporting to the Controller with dotted line reporting to the parent, investment company, the Accounting Manager will play a significant role in developing the scalability of the businesses finance functions while ensuring the day-to-day accounting is accurate and timely. The Accounting Manager will take ownership of the accounting function, spearheading the development of robust policies, procedures, and internal controls. The successful candidate will also manage and streamline the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.Key responsibilities would include:
  • Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements
  • Monthly management reporting for operational and executive leadership
  • Participation in budgeting and forecasting in partnership with the Controller
  • Ad hoc financial and variance analysis
  • Build and implement accounting policies and standards to ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
  • Design and implement effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
  • Evaluate existing accounting processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and scalability
  • Serve as the primary liaison for external audits, handling documentation and addressing auditor requests
  • Provide leadership and guidance to junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and maintaining a high-performance team
  • Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required
Requirements:As the ideal candidate you bring:
  • An accounting designation
  • Previous experience in a private equity-backed company or fast-growing environment strongly preferred
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
  • A self-motivated, self-starter who can anticipate what is to come and make adjustments as required
  • You think of this role as the best of both worlds, an established, cash positive business, looking for a Controller with an innovative, start-up mentality
This position is integral to the company's success and requires someone with exceptional technical skills, strategic vision, and the ability to lead effectively.Additionally, this organization provides:
  • Good compensation
  • Competitive benefits plan
  • Hybrid working model
  • Opportunity to grow and develop within this particular business and grow within the private equity owned group of businesses
If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today! Please reference job number 05060-0013273824 in all correspondence.

Robert Half