Colliers

Senior Accountant – 18-Month Contract

Colliers

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Vancouver • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$86,609 - CA$94,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Ensure timely and effective support to all departments/field offices relative to accounting, analysis and controls
  • Month end closing process – preparing, reviewing, and posting general journal entries
  • Co-ordinate and liaise with intercompany entities including intercompany statement issuance and issue resolution
  • Prepare/Review monthly schedules and analysis for accounts receivable/AFDA
  • Prepare/Review monthly variance analysis on financial statements
  • Prepare/Review monthly and quarterly account reconciliations
  • Prepare/Review various monthly and quarterly reports due to the Global consolidation team
  • Prepare/Review schedules and analysis for deferred rent and demised premises
  • Assist in the coordination of the half-year, interim, SOX, and year-end audits
  • Support income as well as indirect tax filings by providing statutory financial information
  • Assist in the completion of the US Census reports
  • Research and make recommendations based on US GAAP when required
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and intermediate accountants
  • Coordinate and prepare audit files
  • Coordinate and lead accounting related projects/initiatives

Requirements

  • CPA designation or equivalent required
  • 5+ years financial accounting experience
  • 2+ years at a Senior Accountant level
  • Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (ideally US GAAP)
  • Experience in a multi-divisional international environment
  • Accounting experience in a public company is an asset
  • Displays service excellence in dealing with internal and external stakeholders (clients, partners & affiliates)
  • Strong aptitude for streamlining and improving processes
  • Effectively communicates with colleagues in a multicultural, multinational environment.
Benefits
  • Innovative projects: Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.
  • Career growth: Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.
  • Competitive benefits & compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.
  • Collaborative culture: Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community.
  • Global network: Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial accountinggeneral journal entriesaccounts receivablevariance analysisaccount reconciliationsfinancial statementsaudit coordinationUS GAAPtax filingsCensus reports
Soft Skills
mentorshipguidanceservice excellenceprocess improvementcommunicationstakeholder engagementteam collaborationproblem-solvingleadershipinterpersonal skills
Certifications
CPA designation