Senior Accountant

1112690
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Vancouver
  • Profession

    Accounting And Finance
  • Industry

    Charities & Not For Profit
  • Pay

    $87,500 - $93,000
  • Closing date

    2 Jul 2024

Newly established Senior Accountant role within a long-standing finance team in the non-profit sector

Your new company

Our client, a non-profit organization who stands on the cusp of true transformation. The world’s biggest health crisis compels them to take action. As the fundraising partner of a renowned institution, they have launched the most ambitious and comprehensive healthcare campaign in their history. Their mission: to lead this transformation and improve care for all.
With over 90 dedicated employees working across 5 sites, they proudly rank among the largest non-profit organizations in the province. Their impact extends far beyond numbers — they engage with over 100,000 donors and communities, inspiring philanthropic investment. Collaborating with some of the world’s leading researchers, professionals, and care providers, they drive progress toward a brighter future.
At the Non-Profit Organization, they embody professionalism, passion, and positivity. They firmly believe that their collective efforts can make a positive difference. Together, they move closer to a world where challenges no longer hold sway. Their purpose is clear: to be a catalyst, powering world-class innovation while supporting deeply personal journeys.

Your new role

  • Responsible for financial and management reporting functions, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, audited statements, and filings.

  • Acts as a secondary contact with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

  • Prepares workflow charts and documents for finance processes.

  • Assists with budgeting, planning, and audit preparation.

  • Handles financial analysis, including dashboards, graphs, reconciliations, and statement reviews.

  • Provides backup support for payroll and accounts payable.

  • Recommends and implements effective financial systems, internal controls, policies, and process improvements.

  • Collaborates with leadership to provide financial management reporting and support on strategic projects.

  • Manages fund accounting processes, ensuring proper disbursement of donated funds.

  • Prepares forecasts, key performance metrics, business plans/budgets, and variance reports.

  • Monitors the finance and admin expense budget

What you'll need to succeed

  • Formal Education in Accounting & Finance

  • CPA qualification

  • 10+ years of experience - can be a combination of education & experience

  • Demonstrate extensive knowledge of accounting principles, including a deep understanding of GAAP.

  • Advanced knowledge of forecasting and budgeting principles and practice.

  • Advanced proficiency with accounting/analysis tools, accounting systems and
    databases such as Excel, Word, Access, FinancialEdge, or other ERP system

  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, projects, and activities

  • Understand business processes and their implications.

  • Prepare financial statements with precision and attention to detail.

  • Exhibit excellent business and financial acumen.

  • Identify issues and adeptly apply accounting policies.

  • Effectively communicate recommendations to a diverse audience.

  • Foster a culture of teamwork within and across departments.

  • Work collaboratively to achieve optimal collective results.

  • Experience in a not-for-profit environment or with fund accounting is a strong asset.

What you'll get in return

  • 5 Weeks Vacation!!! Plus office closure between Christmas Eve and New Years & half-day closures before each statutory holiday.

  • Hybrid Work Model

  • Full Dental and healthcare for family.

  • Pension Plan

    What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


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Located in Vancouver (EN), Suite 2150,, 1050 West Pender Street,Telephone:  7785086760