Senior Financial Accountant

NORSAT INTERNATIONAL INC•Richmond, BC

6d•CA$50,000 - CA$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Financial Accountant will be responsible for various accounting tasks and operational analysis. This role requires a digital background, a positive attitude, and comfort with routine accounting duties as well as extracting and analyzing financial data using Power BI. The candidate will also support special digital transformation projects.

Requirements

CPA designation
Big 4 audit experience in public practice or similar industry experience
Experience with accounting for inventories and manufacturing
Experience with large ERP systems, preferably Business Central
Advanced Excel skills and Power BI
Strong interpersonal, organization and time management skills
Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving
Team player and able to initiate corrective action in a positive manner
A proven leader with excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior management.
Can perform under pressure and handle multiple concurrent deadlines and tasks
Can function in an environment where priorities are subject to change based on various drivers.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, you must be a Canadian Citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a foreign national holding a valid Work Permit or specific authorization like a study permit with off-campus work permission, a temporary resident permit, or be part of special programs.

Responsibilities

General accounting functions including, journal entries and working papers in multiple currencies and reconciliations.
Using Power BI to review financial results and prepare variance analysis including tracking project activities and prepare analysis of profit margin and costing information.
Preparing both monthly internal financial reports including actual vs. budget analysis and external quarterly and annual financial statements and schedules, including but not limited to consolidated balance sheet, statement of earnings, statement of cashflow, detailed Accounts Receivable/Payable analysis and Operating Expenses analysis.
Preparing technical accounting memos to support the Company’s reporting in accordance with IFRS.
Championing and engaging the finance team on process improvement and analysis using power BI.
Championing the ERP system as administrator and managing any system changes.
Coordinating with auditors and providing necessary information for audits.
Implementing and assessing the controls within the Company.
Assisting the providing financial leadership for, mentoring other finance team members and be seen as a clear leader in their absence.
Other projects as assigned

Benefits

Paid vacation days
5 paid sick days
100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, life & more (coverage varies)
RRSP program
Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations
100% reimbursed for job-related training
Ongoing training available
Flexible hours of work based on position
Employee Referral Program
Employee Award Program