Senior Accountant

Skeena Gold + Silver•Vancouver, BC

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company focused on revitalizing the Eskay Creek gold-silver mine in British Columbia. The company is committed to reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion, working collaboratively with Indigenous partners. As a Senior Accountant, you will be a key member of the Finance team, reporting directly to the Financial Reporting Manager. This role involves overseeing critical accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, managing day-to-day transactions, contributing to the month-end close, and assisting in the preparation of financial statements. You will collaborate with the Finance team and other departments to maintain financial accuracy, ensure compliance, and drive operational efficiency.

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Experience in a public practice firm or with a public company is required.
Strong technical accounting skills are essential with a desire and ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
A proactive mindset with a strong willingness to learn, adapt, and embrace feedback for continuous growth.
A positive, forward-thinking, and professional attitude, fostering collaboration and problem-solving.
Detail oriented with meticulous attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Exhibits a high degree of responsibility for confidential matters.
Effective team player who can assist other team members as required.
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others.

Nice To Haves

Accounting diploma or accounting degree is required.
Enrollment in the CPA program or a CPA designation is preferred.
Industry or similar experience would be a benefit (mining, oil & gas, energy etc.).

Responsibilities

Review and approve invoices ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
Review and approve payment batches, verifying supporting documentation and adherence to company policies.
Prepare or review monthly close working papers, including account reconciliations, PP&E, financial instruments, derivative assets/liabilities, leases, marketable securities, and prepaid expenses.
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and Management Discussion & Analysis, ensuring compliance with reporting standards.
Analyze financial records for discrepancies and variances, providing insights and recommendations for corrective actions as required.
Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by ensuring accurate classifications, reconciliations, documentation of details.
Prepare accounting memos in accordance with IFRS.
Oversee the month-end closing process on a timely basis while ensuring all payables and accruals are accurately recorded within the appropriate period.
Assemble and provide financial data for internal reporting, external audits, and regulatory filings as required.
Support compliance efforts by ensuring adherence to accounting principles and company policies.
Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements by consistently following established policies, procedures, and control standards.
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the financial reporting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives, improve financial workflows, and enhance overall financial health.
Assist in ad hoc projects as needed.
All other duties as reasonably assigned.