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Do you have previous experience in management at a CPA firm, strong financial reporting skills, IFRS and public company reporting experience? If so, we would love to hear from you.
 

Who- the Company:

Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing Vancouver based leading outsourced accounting and finance team supporting high growth companies. They are a people-centric organization and known for their collaborative team culture and rewarding environment. Hybrid work model of Tues-Wed-Thurs onsite.
 

What- the Role:  

• Oversight, management and development of staff accountants and related work­ flows.
• Interacting with/supporting the CFOs and/or CEOs of client companies.
• Working with/supporting senior management with a view to stepping into managing client files directly and taking on client relationships directly.
• Oversight of General Ledgers and underlying accounting transactions.
• Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Preparation of quarterly and annual MD&As.
• Preparation and/or review of working papers supporting financial statements and MD&As.
• Managing other regulatory reporting.
• Assisting with AGM reporting materials.
• Preparing board and/or other governance committee reporting packages.
• Managing the audit/review processes with external auditors.
• Liaising with external tax advisors.
• Preparation and/or review of taxation filings forms.
• Assisting with development and roll-out of Company templates.
• Assisting with roll-out of Company strategic plans.
• Assisting with other ad-hoc requests; and
• Perform other accounting, client related and/or administrative tasks as needed.

Who – the Candidate:

• CPA designation (or equivalent), with at least 3 years post-designation experience and a total of 7+ years working in an accounting/finance department or CPA firm.
• Extensive experience working with public companies, including IFRS accounting and understanding public company reporting requirements.
• Proven experience in drafting and/or auditing financial statements and notes, as well as preparing and reviewing supporting working papers.
• Experience managing staff, working in teams, and reporting to CFOs and/or senior management.
• Strong experience liaising with boards of directors, auditors, and senior executives.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and excellent English proficiency.
• Highly organized, with the ability to multi-task effectively and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong IT proficiency, with experience working in a digital environment and with various accounting platforms/systems.
• Experience in or exposure to the mining/exploration industry is a strong asset.
• Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required.

How Much:

$100-120K commensurate with level of work experience, bonus, extended health, PD dues, 3 weeks vacation.
 

Where:

Vancouver BC.
 

When & How to Apply:

This search is moving very quickly, and interviews start immediately! Swim will be presenting short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. If you already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.