Job opportunity
Senior Accountant
STRIVE Recruitment Inc.
Employment Type:
Temporary Contract – 6 Months (potential room for extension)
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid
Start Date:
ASAP
THE CLIENT
STRIVE Recruitment is partnered with a well-established, international organization operating within the technology and manufacturing sectors. With a strong presence in Burnaby, our client offers a collaborative working environment and exposure to a variety of business operations and accounting projects.
Due to increased project activity and growing demands across the accounting function, they are looking to add an experienced Senior Accountant on an initial six-month contract, with the possibility of extension.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, supporting different projects, and collaborating with an experienced finance team.
THE ROLE
Reporting to a senior member of the accounting leadership team, the Senior Accountant will provide additional support across various accounting projects and day-to-day financial operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for full-cycle accounting activities, financial reconciliations, and project-related accounting support, working closely with multiple stakeholders across the organization.
This is a hands-on, execution-focused position suited to someone who can quickly adapt to new processes, work independently, and contribute effectively within an established accounting team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support full-cycle accounting activities, including month-end close, journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
Prepare and review financial reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of accounting data
Assist with ongoing accounting projects, including data analysis, reconciliations, and related financial reporting requirements
Provide additional support to the accounting team with day-to-day financial activities and competing deadlines
Work collaboratively with accounting leadership and cross-functional teams to complete assigned deliverables
Identify accounting discrepancies, raise questions, and assist in resolving outstanding issues
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
Adapt to changing project requirements and assist with additional accounting responsibilities as needed
REQUIREMENTS
Strong hands-on full-cycle accounting experience, ideally at the Senior Accountant level
Solid understanding of month-end close, journal entries, general ledger accounting, and financial reconciliations
Previous experience supporting accounting projects, financial data reconciliation, or process improvements considered an asset
Strong Excel skills and the ability to work confidently with financial data
Manufacturing, technology, or other complex business environment experience considered an asset
CPA designation is an asset but not required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to ask questions
Ability to work independently, learn new processes quickly, and manage competing priorities
Must be eligible to complete Controlled Goods Program screening
Available to start immediately or on short notice and able to work hybrid in Burnaby
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
$45-$52ph + vacation pay
Initial six-month contract with potential for extension
Hybrid working arrangement
Opportunity to gain experience within an established international organization
Exposure to a variety of accounting projects and cross-functional teams
Collaborative working environment with an experienced finance team
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Apply on source site Temporary Contract – 6 Months (potential room for extension)
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid
Start Date:
ASAP
THE CLIENT
STRIVE Recruitment is partnered with a well-established, international organization operating within the technology and manufacturing sectors. With a strong presence in Burnaby, our client offers a collaborative working environment and exposure to a variety of business operations and accounting projects.
Due to increased project activity and growing demands across the accounting function, they are looking to add an experienced Senior Accountant on an initial six-month contract, with the possibility of extension.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, supporting different projects, and collaborating with an experienced finance team.
THE ROLE
Reporting to a senior member of the accounting leadership team, the Senior Accountant will provide additional support across various accounting projects and day-to-day financial operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for full-cycle accounting activities, financial reconciliations, and project-related accounting support, working closely with multiple stakeholders across the organization.
This is a hands-on, execution-focused position suited to someone who can quickly adapt to new processes, work independently, and contribute effectively within an established accounting team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support full-cycle accounting activities, including month-end close, journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
Prepare and review financial reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of accounting data
Assist with ongoing accounting projects, including data analysis, reconciliations, and related financial reporting requirements
Provide additional support to the accounting team with day-to-day financial activities and competing deadlines
Work collaboratively with accounting leadership and cross-functional teams to complete assigned deliverables
Identify accounting discrepancies, raise questions, and assist in resolving outstanding issues
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
Adapt to changing project requirements and assist with additional accounting responsibilities as needed
REQUIREMENTS
Strong hands-on full-cycle accounting experience, ideally at the Senior Accountant level
Solid understanding of month-end close, journal entries, general ledger accounting, and financial reconciliations
Previous experience supporting accounting projects, financial data reconciliation, or process improvements considered an asset
Strong Excel skills and the ability to work confidently with financial data
Manufacturing, technology, or other complex business environment experience considered an asset
CPA designation is an asset but not required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to ask questions
Ability to work independently, learn new processes quickly, and manage competing priorities
Must be eligible to complete Controlled Goods Program screening
Available to start immediately or on short notice and able to work hybrid in Burnaby
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
$45-$52ph + vacation pay
Initial six-month contract with potential for extension
Hybrid working arrangement
Opportunity to gain experience within an established international organization
Exposure to a variety of accounting projects and cross-functional teams
Collaborative working environment with an experienced finance team
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