Senior Accountant / Financial Controller

• Incredible opportunity to join an established organization!
• Receive a competitive salary of $75,000 to $95,000 (based on skills/experience) PLUS top-tier benefits!
• Become part of a collaborative team on Vancouver Island and lead our financial operations!
• Relocation allowance negotiable to make Nanaimo, BC your new home!

Scout Talent is working on behalf of our client, an award-winning organization on Vancouver Island, who is looking for a full-time Senior Accountant / Financial Controller based in their Nanaimo, BC office.

Reporting directly to the Ownership, this role involves a hands-on management of the organization's full-cycle financial operations including: bookkeeping, financial planning, budget management, and debt financing.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participating in planning the objectives, methods, and resource allocation of the companies
• Monitoring and analyzing monthly and quarterly operating results, providing timely and relevant reporting
• Administering and maintaining the accounting system, including creating monthly cash flow projections and performing general ledger entries
• Managing payroll, accounts payable, and receivable, as well as job costing and invoicing
• Conducting bank deposits and reconciliations
• Ensuring compliance with local, provincial, and federal reporting requirements
• Preparing financial analysis for job bidding, contract negotiations, and risk analysis
• Coordinating debt financing and debt service payments
• Preparing year-end financial summaries and working with external accountants for tax return preparation
• Communicating effectively with staff, peers, and the community, and providing industry-specific accounting updates and regulatory changes

To qualify, you will need a CPA designation and knowledge of GAAP. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, or a relevant role will also be essential. 

Don't have a CPA designation? No problem! We welcome candidates with substantial experience in a similar role to apply!

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Proficiency in Sage and QuickBooks
• Knowledge of computerized financial and accounting reporting systems
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and job profitability analysis
• Familiarity with federal and provincial financial regulations and other applicable agency regulations (e.g., Worksafe, Employment Standards)
• IT knowledge and skills

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. Your ability to work effectively with the Ownership, management, and external partners will make you succeed in this role.

This is a pivotal role for someone who is looking to lead financial operations within a diverse and dynamic construction company, contributing to strategic planning and ensuring financial stability and growth.

Compensation, based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $75,000 to $95,000, and a host of excellent benefits including:

• Extended medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Relocation allowance negotiable for the right candidate
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Flexible work hours
• Vacation time that increases every year
• A supportive team environment where work-life balance is valued
• Leadership that values employee input and ideas
• Company social events, including team lunches, BBQs, and Christmas parties

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we would love to hear from you - Apply Now!