We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Vancouver, British Columbia on a Contract basis. This 2-month opportunity, with the possibility of extension, will support the finance team during a leave and focus on maintaining accurate financial records and a smooth month-end close. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, investigate unusual balances, and provide dependable accounting support in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed account, bank, and balance sheet reconciliations, following up on discrepancies and resolving variances with sound judgment.
- Prepare and maintain schedules for prepaid expenses and accrued liabilities to ensure transactions are recorded in the appropriate reporting period.
- Compile month-end working papers, post journal entries, and support a timely and accurate close process.
- Review daily accounts receivable and accounts payable activities to help maintain accuracy, completeness, and adherence to internal procedures.
- Contribute to the preparation of the organization’s T3010 filing by gathering financial information and assisting with supporting documentation.
- Partner with the accounts receivable function to research outstanding items, clarify transaction flows, and help strengthen understanding of existing processes.
- Examine financial results in the general ledger, question unexpected movements, and escalate or investigate issues as needed.
- Use Sage 300 and Microsoft Excel to manage financial data, produce reconciliations, and support ongoing reporting requirements.
- Demonstrated experience working in a senior-level accounting role with responsibility for month-end close activities.
- Strong background in account reconciliation, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Hands-on experience preparing journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and general ledger working papers.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as Sage 300.
- Ability to analyze financial information critically, identify irregularities, and investigate the underlying cause of variances.
- Familiarity with accounts receivable and accounts payable processes and the ability to review transactional work effectively.
- Experience supporting regulatory or charity-related financial reporting, including exposure to T3010 preparation, is considered an asset.
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