Intermediate Accountant

Cespira•Vancouver, BC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Accountant to join our Finance team based in Vancouver, BC, with primary responsibility for delivering an accurate and timely month-end close and supporting the preparation of management and consolidated group financial statement preparation. Building on the existing scope of close support, reconciliations, and reporting, this role requires strong understanding of intercompany capability, including reconciliations, clearing breaks, and supporting elimination entries. The Intermediate Accountant will maintain high-quality working papers and lead sheets, strengthen close discipline, and support audit and tax reporting activities while ensuring robust internal controls and compliance.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in accounting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
3–6 years’ experience in a finance/accounting role with proven month-end close ownership and delivery.
Proficiency with Experience in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP’s and Pivot tables etc.)
Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and strong attention to detail.
Problem-solving skills and able to handle multiple and sometimes competing priorities

Nice To Haves

CPA designation advantageous
Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP is an asset

Responsibilities

Own and deliver assigned month-end close activities to agreed timelines, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reclassifications.
Prepare and month-end reconciliations, supporting schedules, monthly lead sheets, and working papers with a clear audit trail.
Review journal entries and transaction prepared by junior accountant
Maintain and reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger; investigate and resolve variances promptly.
Perform variance analysis, identify drivers of movements, and communicate key performance insights to Finance leadership.
Manage fixed asset register and handle fixed asset-related accounting entries, including depreciation, acquisitions and disposals.
Support the AP function through the review and posting of invoice and payment journal vouchers.
Manage intercompany accounting processes, including monthly intercompany reconciliations, clearing aged differences, and coordinating confirmations with counterparties.
Prepare intercompany eliminations and consolidation inputs, including preparation of elimination journals and intercompany schedules.
Preparation of monthly management reporting and contribute to consolidated group financial statement disclosure schedules
Compile month-end close checklists and prepare monthly and quarterly audit binders with complete supporting documentation.
Perform annual impairment analysis of fixed assets, intangible assets, and goodwill.
Support year-end audit requests and respond to external queries in a timely, well-documented manner.
Research, analyze, and prepare technical accounting memorandums in accordance with IFRS standards.
Prepare and maintain tax schedules to support GST, PST, VAT and corporate income tax filings, as applicable.
Identify close and reconciliation issues, recommend practical improvements, and help maintain strong internal controls and compliance.
Provide cover across the finance team as needed and support ad-hoc analysis.