Financial Accountant

Aston Carter•Burnaby, BC

5d•CA$75,000 - CA$80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Accountant plays a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance across multiple entities. Working closely with both operational and corporate finance stakeholders, this role supports the full month-end close cycle, prepares journal entries and reconciliations, and performs detailed variance analysis. This position also contributes to process improvements, supports system implementations, and helps optimize reporting timelines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience (journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis).
Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, including revenue recognition, balance sheet accounting, and P&L analysis.
Proven experience with financial statement analysis, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Experience working within a SOX-compliant or controlled environment is preferred.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP, large data sets).
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
CPA designation completed or in progress (near completion preferred).
Experience working in a multi-entity environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to IFRS and/or US GAAP.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
Experience in a large, complex, or publicly traded organization is an asset.
Background in audit and internal controls is advantageous.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
Experience working in a cross-functional or matrixed environment.
Willingness to work in a hybrid environment (in-office presence required part of the week).

Responsibilities

Support financial reporting and compliance activities across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to applicable standards and internal policies.
Partner with operational and finance teams to execute the full month-end close process, including preparation and posting of journal entries and supporting working papers.
Prepare monthly journal entries with appropriate documentation, ensuring compliance with internal control requirements (including SOX, where applicable).
Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analysis of Profit & Loss and balance sheet accounts, developing insight into key financial drivers.
Provide clear commentary and analysis on financial results to support management decision-making.
Execute and maintain internal control procedures in line with compliance programs (e.g., SOX).
Prepare statutory and regulatory reporting as required.
Support initiatives related to process improvements, system implementations, and close cycle optimization.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including finance, FP&A, operations, auditors, and external partners.
Manage competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
Operate both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across accounting and reporting processes.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders across various levels and functions.