Senior Accountant

Safe Fleet • Coquitlam, BC

1d • CA$75,000 - CA$90,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will assist with the company’s financial reporting processes with a strong focus on month-end close, audit coordination, and tax compliance. This role ensures the integrity of financial information, strengthens internal controls, and supports strategic decision-making through timely and accurate reporting.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience (public practice + industry preferred)
• Strong experience with financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance
• Solid knowledge of accounting standards
• Experience with ERP systems (Preferably Expandable ERP)
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-currency environment
• Experience in distribution industry
• CPA designation (or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Complete the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with applicable standards
• Review / Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses
• Drive continuous improvement in close processes to reduce timelines and enhance accuracy
• Partner with FP&A and operational teams to provide insights on financial performance
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors
• Coordinate annual audits, including planning, timelines, and deliverables
• Prepare audit schedules, working papers, and supporting documentation
• Ensure readiness for interim and year-end audits, minimizing audit adjustments
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with audit requirements
• Oversee corporate tax compliance, including preparation/review of tax provisions and filings
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on corporate income tax, sales tax, and other regulatory filings
• Ensure timely filing of provincial and other indirect taxes
• Support tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities for optimization
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the business
• Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement automation or system improvements
• Support ERP and financial system enhancements
• Prepare team deliverables and provide technical guidance as needed
• Foster a high-performance, accountable team culture

Benefits

• paid vacation time
• sick/personal days
• fully paid benefits after 3 months’ probation (Life, Accidental Death & Disability, Short and Long-Term Disability, Extended Health, Dental, Employee Assistance Program and RRSP Program with company matching your contributions, up to 3% of your salary)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed