Robert Half is working with one of Vancouver’s sophisticated, established businesses to identify a new Senior Accounting Analyst. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, the Senior Accountant will have the opportunity to own the financial reporting processes, influence operational and project accounting, conduct research into technical financial treatments, and financial planning and analysis for the technology and innovation business unit within the organization. 

Working closely with the project and operational leads, the senior account will: 

-         Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting for the team

-         Assist in the preparation of management reporting

-         Prepare project reporting

-         Work closely with the technical accounting team to think through unique accounting treatments

-         Assist in the preparation of SR& ED credit claims

-         Work with internal stakeholders to provide timely and relevant information as it relates to project timelines, budgets vs. actuals, and outcomes

As the ideal candidate you are a proactive problem solver who is comfortable working in the “white space”; an individual who operates with good intuition in order to anticipate needs and proactively tackle tasks without being told. You are an articulate and effective communicator that is comfortable speaking with people across the organization. You pride yourself on your accuracy and attention to detail without sacrificing your timeliness and deadline orientation. Additionally, you bring: 

-         A CPA designation

-         Experience as a senior accountant from industry or have worked with complex/sophisticated businesses while in public practice

-         A strong understanding of IFRS

-         Exposure to financial reporting