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Over our 14 years in business, we’ve helped hundreds of candidates land their dream jobs with some of Vancouver’s best, biggest, and most beloved employers. We know what our clients are looking for and can help our candidates make that all-important great first impression. Below is a listing of permanent and contract opportunities based in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, and beyond, so please take a look and apply to any jobs where you feel you might be a match. If we agree that you’re a fit, we’ll reach out to talk further about your qualifications. Fingers crossed that we hear from you soon!

Controller

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Richmond - Hybrid, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 19, 2025
Lead financial operations, guiding a skilled team and driving strategic growth in a dynamic industry. If you're a CPA with a passion for leadership and process improvement, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact. Read Full Description

Controller

Lead financial operations, guiding a skilled team and driving strategic growth in a dynamic industry. If you're a CPA with a passion for leadership and process improvement, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact.

This is a permanent role, and hybrid working model of three days’ onsite.
 

Who- the Company:

Known for its strong brand, our client is a leading company with a legacy of connecting communities through coastal travel!
 

What- the Role:  

The Controller oversees our client’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial management. This role leads the accounting team, collaborates across departments, and supports financial decision-making.
Team Leadership:

  • Manage and mentor a team of 6-7 accounting professionals (AP, AR, and GL).
  • Oversee daily accounting activities and drive process improvements.
  • Foster a high-performing team aligned with organizational goals.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Prepare financial updates for monthly business reviews.
  • Collaborate with senior management to drive financial planning, forecasting, and strategic growth initiatives.

Cash Flow & Compliance:

  • Monitor and manage cash flow, providing weekly updates to shareholders.
  • Oversee tax filings, bank transactions, and financial compliance.
  • Manage audits, budgets, and financial performance analysis.

Projects & Systems:

  • Support system implementations and upgrades for improved efficiency.
  • Handle financial requests from the Head of Finance and CFO.

Who- the Candidate:

  • CPA designation with 5+ years of financial management experience.
  • Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and compliance.
  • Experience in a consumer-facing industry.
  • Proven leadership and collaboration skills.
  • Effective communication skills (written & verbal).
  • Expertise in tax, audit, budgeting, and financial analysis.
  • Proficient computer and analytical skills - Excel, Great Plains, NetSuite, and Concur.
  • ERP implementation experience is an asset.

How Much:

$115,000 - $140,000 commensurate with candidate’s experience, extended, medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, 3 weeks’ vacation, flight perks, revenue sharing, discretionary bonus, RRSP matching program.

Where:

Richmond, BC. Hybrid work model of in-office/remote, 3 days onsite.

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. If you do yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit “APPLY NOW” and send us your resume.

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Analyst, Fleet & Transportation

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Downtown Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on February 19, 2025
Fantastic opportunity for an Analyst who is seeking to join the commercial supply chain team of a global and complex public company with a friendly corporate culture. Employees are treated very well at this company, and there is opportunity for long-term learning and growth, as well as mentorship from inspiring leaders. Very competitive total compensation package including close to 5 weeks of paid time off! Read Full Description

Fantastic opportunity for an Analyst who is seeking to join the commercial supply chain team of a global and complex public company with a friendly corporate culture. Employees are treated very well at this company, and there is opportunity for long-term learning and growth, as well as mentorship from inspiring leaders. Very competitive total compensation package including close to 5 weeks of paid time off!

Who- the Company:

Our client is a well-established, successful, and reputable global public company headquartered in Downtown Vancouver. They have operations in over 10 countries and employ thousands of people. The corporate office has a fast-paced environment and a corporate culture that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, high performance, and ongoing education & learning. The company has a dynamic, professional, and fun-loving culture, and many people stay with the company for many years as they earn great career opportunities based on performance.  
What- the Role:
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a new Analyst, Fleet & Transportation. The person in this role will focus on providing detailed analysis to guide the company’s long-term commercial strategy and fleet management decisions. Key duties include evaluating fleet composition, deployment, and customer strategies, while closely monitoring cost and profit factors to ensure optimal fleet operations. The position involves developing performance metrics (KPIs), generating reports for various teams, forecasting, and budgeting. Additionally, the role provides insights to the Planning teams to ensure cost-effective fleet allocation, and it supports the management of commercial claims and trip planning. The incumbent will also assist with ad-hoc reporting and projects. Swim Recruiting will provide interested candidates with a thorough job description.

Who- the Candidate:

Qualified candidates will have a University degree in a related field such as business, finance, data analytics, supply chain, engineering, etc. We are looking for people with at least 4 years of experience in a similar Analyst role. Experience in a business that deploys a fleet is highly preferred- for example: trucking, shipping, air, delivery, utilities, transportation, oil & gas, etc..

Strong analytical abilities are essential, with a proven track record of organizing, analyzing, and presenting complex data to internal stakeholders across various departments (operations, supply chain, commercial, sales, etc.). Candidates must have experience creating, rolling out, and monitoring business KPIs.

We are looking for candidates who are very tech savvy and proficient with analytical and data visualization tools such as Microsoft Power BI and Tableau for creating dashboards and reports. Effective communication skills are also necessary to ensure the smooth flow of critical information across teams. 

Where: 

Headquartered in Downtown Vancouver. Close to public transit and many amenities like restaurants and shops. Once they’ve trained up, the Analyst can work from home 1 or 2 days a week.  

How Much: 

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and skills, in the range of $87,000 to $110,000. This company provides an excellent total compensation package including a very generous amount of paid time off (close to 5 weeks!), a performance-based bonus, an employee equity purchase plan, great health & dental benefits, etc.- please discuss your total compensation expectations in further detail with SWIM.

When & How to Apply: 

Interviews commence very soon! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out to that person directly. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY and send us your resume (preferably in Word format, but PDF is also fine). Thank you!

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Retail Analyst - Labour

Accounting & Finance
Contract
North Vancouver - Hybrid, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 15, 2025
As a Retail Analyst, Labour, youll drive labour planning, budgeting, forecasting, and workforce analytics to optimize retail operations. Partnering with FP&A, Operational Solutions, and Retail Training, youll refine processes, analyze labour costs, and use predictive modeling to scale for growth. This role is ideal for a strategic, results-driven professional with retail and finance or workforce planning experience, who thrives in agile, fast-paced environments and enjoys tackling complex problems.   Read Full Description

Retail Analyst, Labour

As a Retail Analyst, Labour, youll drive labour planning, budgeting, forecasting, and workforce analytics to optimize retail operations. Partnering with FP&A, Operational Solutions, and Retail Training, youll refine processes, analyze labour costs, and use predictive modeling to scale for growth. This role is ideal for a strategic, results-driven professional with retail and finance or workforce planning experience, who thrives in agile, fast-paced environments and enjoys tackling complex problems.
 

Who – The Company: 

A Vancouver based retail organization with worldwide operations and an outstanding reputation.
 

What- The Role:

  • Automating weekly labour reporting for increased efficiency, reduce manual efforts, and in-depth analysis.
  • Forecasting and analyzing monthly / quarterly traffic variances to budget / forecast, actively seeking opportunities for enhancement and identify potential risks.
  • Assist in maintaining the labour model and updating it with the latest data.
  • Conducting “what-if” scenarios to assess headcount, SPH, labour efficiency, and cost impact to changes in the business.
  • Working with FP&A to plan, analyze, and refine the labour budget on an ongoing basis.
  • Creating streamlined processes for operational labour planning and budgeting.
  • Conducting bi-annual studies on Guest Experience, Labour, and Utilization, and analyzing key inputs.
  • Supporting with the building, maintenance and enhancement of reports and dashboards in Power BI.
  • Building data visualizations and reports from Data Warehouse using Power BI.
  • Working with senior leaders to develop long and short-term headcount and staffing strategies, making recommendations for hiring based on business plan and gaps.
  • Participating in the development of labour standards to maximize operational efficiency, identify bottlenecks, and work to remove any roadblocks.
  • Developing and maintaining cross functional relationships to achieve business objectives while ensuring program consistency.
  • Preparing ad-hoc reports, analysis, and calculations.

Who – The Candidate:

  • You have a bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field and 3+ years’ experience in relevant analytical field, e.g., financial analysis, budgeting, workforce planning, forecasting, or data analytics.
  • You have 3+ years’ experience in a vertical retail environment, with a deep understanding of retail.
  • You have experience with financial modelling, budgeting, and/or workforce management and planning.
  • You can perform accurate advanced data manipulation, analysis, and effective information presentation.
  • You have a strong working knowledge in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
  • You are proficient in SQL and working with relational databases to query and model data.
  • You are methodical and thoughtful about process creation, and enjoy building new tools front the ground up.
  • You have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate requirements, data analysis and captivate your audience via written communication, leading meetings, and presentations.
  • You have a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.
  • You can work independently as well as part of a team.
  • You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
  • Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it.

How much:

$38.50-40.85/hr commensurate with experience + 4% vacation pay.
 

Where:

North Vancouver, hybrid working model, onsite for as needed meetings.
 

When & How To Apply: 

Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested and already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.

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Senior Accountant

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Downtown Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on February 14, 2025
Fantastic opportunity for a senior accounting professional who is seeking to join the accounting team of a global and complex public company with a friendly corporate culture. Employees are treated very well at this company, and there is opportunity for long-term learning and growth, as well as mentorship from inspiring leaders. Competitive total compensation package including over 4 weeks of paid time off! Read Full Description

Fantastic opportunity for a senior accounting professional who is seeking to join the accounting team of a global and complex public company with a friendly corporate culture. Employees are treated very well at this company, and there is opportunity for long-term learning and growth, as well as mentorship from inspiring leaders. Competitive total compensation package including over 4 weeks of paid time off!

Who- the Company:

Our client is a high profile and reputable global public company headquartered right here in Vancouver. They are the world’s leader in a fascinating niche industry and they have operations in a dozen countries and employ over 2000 people. The corporate office has a fast-paced environment and a corporate culture that emphasizes learning & development, collaboration, teamwork, and high performance. The people at this company are very dedicated to their work and also know how to have fun. For example, there are company sports teams, community and charitable initiatives, and company social events. This company truly values their employees and provide great perks that promote a healthy work life.
What- the Role:
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a new Senior Accountant to join their team at the corporate headquarters.  The Sr Accountant will report directly into the Supervisor, Accounting, and will work alongside several other Accountants at various levels of experience. This is a very well-rounded role involving financial reporting, month/quarter/year end closing, profit & loss analysis, variance analysis, transfer pricing, audit support, scenario analysis, etc. This role has a good mix of corporate accounting and operational accounting & analysis. Swim Recruiting will provide interested candidates with a thorough job description.

Who- the Candidate:

We are looking for candidates who have  achieved their CPA designation in the last couple years and who enjoy engaging and challenging work in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with a close-knit team. Qualified candidates will have at least 5 years’ progressive accounting work experience. Exposure to a global and/or public company is a significant asset, but not required. Experience working in logistics or supply chain sector is also beneficial.  Experience using an ERP is beneficial, and proficiency in Excel is required. The new Senior Accountant will align well with the company’s core values of respect, trust, integrity, and professionalism.

Where: 

Headquartered in Downtown Vancouver. Close to public transit and many amenities like restaurants and shops. Once they’ve trained up, the Senior Accountant can work from home 1 or 2 days a week.  

How Much: 

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and skills, in the range of $80,000 to $100,000. This company provides an excellent total compensation package including a very generous amount of paid time off (close to 5 weeks), a performance-based bonus, great health & dental benefits, etc.- please discuss further with SWIM.

When & How to Apply: 

Interviews will commence soon! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out to that person directly very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY and send us your resume (preferably in Word format, but PDF is also fine). Thank you!
 

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Controller

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Downtown Vancouver , British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 14, 2025
Highly successful, very large, and complex multi-national company. Fantastic career opportunity for a well-rounded accounting & finance leader who loves mentoring. Dynamic corporate culture, impressive executive leadership, well-rounded scope. Leading 2-3 direct reports (Manager-level) and a total team of around 10-12. Long-term career growth. Read Full Description

Highly successful, very large, and complex multi-national company. Fantastic career opportunity for a well-rounded accounting & finance leader who loves mentoring. Dynamic corporate culture, impressive executive leadership, well-rounded scope. Leading 2-3 direct reports (Manager-level) and a total team of around 10-12. Long-term career growth.

Who- the Company: 

Our Client is a well-established and well-managed company with multi-national operations and impressive revenues. Collaborative, innovative, and friendly corporate culture.
 

What- the Role:

On behalf of our Client, SWIM is seeking a new Controller who will be based in the corporate headquarters in Vancouver.
The scope of this role is wide-ranging and ever-evolving. The Controller will lead managers (who in turn have teams of direct reports) in a few functional areas of accounting, including corporate accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. The new accounting leader will work collaboratively with leaders of other functions such as tax, FP&A, treasury, risk management, payroll, etc., and may have the chance to cross-train in some of those functions in future.
Additionally, the Controller will contribute to post-acquisition integration work as the company continues to grow both organically and through M&A.
Suffice to say this role is meaty and interesting and will put the right individual on an exciting career path to achieve leadership level within a very large Corporation. 

Who- the Candidate:

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and proactive accounting leader with excellent mentorship and coaching abilities. Leadership skills are the most crucial component of this role. The selected candidate will have a track record of success leading the corporate accounting function of a large, complex, and multi-national business.
 

What- the Qualifications:

  • 10+ years’ progressive experience within Accounting and Financial Reporting, including direct oversight of Corporate Accounting (required) as well as AP and/or AR
  • CPA designation required. Legacy CPA, CA designation preferred Additional qualifications such as MBA will be viewed very favourably
  • Experience leading at least 2 direct reports, plus at least 5 indirect reports (i.e. leading managers). An eye for talent and bringing out the best in each individual
  • Foundational training in a multi-national public practice accounting firm is very beneficial but not required
  • Exposure to M&A is an asset, particularly post-acquisition integration
  • Exposure to US business operations highly preferred
  • Extensive experience collaborating with C-Suite Executives and Board Members
  • Experience working with ERP systems in complex technology environments- bonus points for Oracle or SAP!
  • Proven process improvement and change management skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally across the business and build effective relationships with non-finance colleagues
  • Demonstrated desire to deeply understand the relationship between the business operations and the accounting
  • Experience in retail, manufacturing, distribution or another sector involving inventory and logistics is an asset, but not required  

 

How Much:

Competitive base salary commensurate with level of experience, skills, and qualifications, likely in the range of $140,000 to $165,000.
The Company will provide their new Controller with a solid overall compensation package, including a very generous bonus program, professional development support, excellent health benefits, and other perks. Please feel free to discuss further with SWIM.

Where:  

The Company is headquartered in downtown Vancouver. The Controller can choose to work from home 1 a week.

We are seeking a leader who enjoys having a positive presence in the office and taking part in in-person collaboration, team meetings, onboarding and training of new staff, brainstorming discussions, social events, etc.

Relocation to Vancouver may be considered for an excellent candidate.
 

When & How to Apply: 

Swim Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in Word format as this works best with our internal systems, but PDF is also fine). Thank you!

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Manager, Tax & Accounting

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 13, 2025
Swim is excited to be working in partnership with this new private equity client on this unique Manager, Tax & Accounting opportunity that is varied in tax and reporting. Reporting to the VP Finance, this role is reporting on various investments in funds, real estate as well as joint ventures and partnerships for the organization. If you have relevant experience in public practice and/or industry including Canadian tax experience and find real estate, investments and private equity interesting, this could be for you! Working with a very talented team, this is a great opportunity to gain experience working with some experienced leaders in the industry.   Read Full Description

Swim is excited to be working in partnership with this new private equity client on this unique Manager, Tax & Accounting opportunity that is varied in tax and reporting. Reporting to the VP Finance, this role is reporting on various investments in funds, real estate as well as joint ventures and partnerships for the organization. If you have relevant experience in public practice and/or industry including Canadian tax experience and find real estate, investments and private equity interesting, this could be for you! Working with a very talented team, this is a great opportunity to gain experience working with some experienced leaders in the industry.  

Who- the Company: 

Our client, a fast-paced private equity firm with an impressive portfolio of real estate investments and funds. They have a tight knit office with an experienced team to learn from.

What- the Role:

Key Responsibilities -
Accounting and Finance:

  • Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year end reports required to be delivered to limited partners and stakeholders
  • Review current processes and workflow; identify deficiencies and implement improvements
  • Monitoring and management of cash of the partnerships and manager
  • Assist with all aspects of external loan calculations, recording and reporting, including ensuring all loan covenants and conditions are met
  • Understanding and interpreting Loan Partnership Agreements, Management Agreements and other technical documents as they arise
  • Assist with investor relations related activities
  • Supervising and/or reviewing the work of the Senior Corporate Accountant.

Audit and Tax:

  • Prepare financial statements and tax returns, audited as well as internal.
  • Ensure all tax fillings are prepared and submitted on a timely basis to regulatory authorities and to investors including joint partnerships.
  • Liaise with external advisors, and support with coordinating activities to ensure an efficient process.
  • Coordinating the preparation of Partnership (T5013) and Corporate (T2) returns

Who- the Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a strong Canadian tax background coupled with relevant experience in public practice and/or industry.  
Qualifications / Skills:

  • Must be a CPA with 5+ years of relevant professional experience in audit and tax. Preferred is experience in public practice and relevant Canadian tax experience.
  • CICA In depth level 1, 2 or 3 is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the public securities markets and real estate industry is preferred.
  • Understanding and experience in full cycle accounting
  • Exceptional experience in financial modelling, forecasting and variance analysis.
  • Experience in managing and scaling a team
  • Experience with QuickBooks, Profile
  • tax and Concur software will be considered an asset
  • Ability to systematically manage a challenging workload and meet stringent deadlines

How Much:

Competitive base salary commensurate with level of experience. Ideal range will be between $100-120,000 plus bonus, vacation, and benefits. Please discuss further with SWIM.

Where:

This role will be based in full-time in office in Vancouver.

When & How to Apply: 

Swim Recruiting will be shortlisting candidates and presenting profiles directly to the hiring VP, Finance. Our client will have a 2-step interview process. Please let me know soon if you are interested and would like to discuss it further!

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Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounting & Finance
Contract
Vancouver - Hybrid, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 12, 2025
Swim Recruiting is excited to be working on immediate 6-month contract need to support the accounts payable team for one of our clients, a top employer here in Vancouver! Read Full Description

Swim Recruiting is excited to be working on immediate 6-month contract need to support the accounts payable team for one of our clients, a top employer here in Vancouver!

More about our client:

An award-winning real estate enterprise with a stellar reputation. A fantastic employer that values employee experience and for this reason has won employer of choice awards 3 years running! They are a team-oriented culture with long tenured employees while also entrepreneurial and evolving always trying to improve with new tools with very high engagement.

They have a team oriented, collaborative culture, a desire for excellence and a willingness to give back. In this role, you will have the opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and be proud of working at a company developing, acquiring and maintaining high quality, sustainable buildings and communities..

What - the opportunity:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Accounts Payable this is a temporary position to support their account’s payable function.  

What you’ll be doing:

  • Assist the team to look after the Income Producing Properties (IPP) Accounts Payable Process (P2P) 
  • Assist with system development and testing as required (P2P)
  • Follow up on the tracking of invoices with the property management team
  • Manage coding and approvals for invoices processed outside of P2P
  • Administer monthly reconciliation of vendor statements, review of AP aging reports
  • Manage vendor inquiries
  • Assist with Development and Corporate payables as needed

Qualifications - Must Haves:

  • Minimum of 1 year of full cycle Accounts Payable coupled with some completion of post secondary education.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Can effectively prioritize and multi-task multiple deadlines.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment without sacrifice to quality of work.
  • Takes a positive approach to responsibilities and interpersonal interactions.
  • Is a team player while also able to work well independently.
  • Is detail oriented and possesses good analytical skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications or Experience in the following areas would be preferred but not necessary.

  • Yardi 7S experience
  • Experience in the Real Estate industry
  • Strong Excel skills    

Where:

Vancouver- hybrid in office.

How Much: 

This will be an hourly position due to the contract nature of employment $25- 26.50 /hr.  

When & How to Apply

If you are qualified for, and interested in, this fantastic opportunity, please let Swim Recruiting know as soon as possible as this search is moving quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out directly.  If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume. Thank you!
 

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Senior Manager, Controller

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 12, 2025
Fantastic senior management opportunity with one of Vancouvers most known and loved corporate brands. Leading, mentoring, and coaching a team of 10 Accountants (direct and indirect reports). Working in a fun-loving, high-performance, supportive, and humble corporate culture. Many people have worked with this company for a very long time due to the companys values, the financial stability of the organization, and the opportunities for new learning and steady career growth over the years. Read Full Description

Fantastic senior management opportunity with one of Vancouvers most known and loved corporate brands. Leading, mentoring, and coaching a team of 10 Accountants (direct and indirect reports). Working in a fun-loving, high-performance, supportive, and humble corporate culture. Many people have worked with this company for a very long time due to the companys values, the financial stability of the organization, and the opportunities for new learning and steady career growth over the years.

Who- the Company: 

Our client is an admired, award-winning Vancouver-based company with a positive brand and reputation. This is not a company that exists purely to make shareholders richer! This valued-based and socially responsible company makes a profit that they invest back in the business, as well as into their employees and into the communities they operate within. Many people have worked with this company for a very long time due to the company’s values, the stability of the organization, the better-than-average work/life balance, and the opportunities for new learning and steady career growth over the years.

What- the Opportunity: 

Senior Manager, Accounting. In this position, the successful candidate will manage the company’s Corporate Accounting, Tax, Investment, and related functions, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and the implementation of efficient strategies. Responsibilities also include overseeing the annual audit, supervising accounting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS, ASPE, and ASNPO. The Senior Manager will be tasked with developing and maintaining accounting policies, managing the GL system, addressing indirect tax matters, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. This position involves leading, coaching, and mentoring an accounting team of 10 (mix of direct reports and indirect reports, including a Manager).
This role offers a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the organization’s financial processes and culture. Rest assured this will be a fun and fulfilling accounting role where you can really feel you are adding value!

Who- the Candidate:  

We are seeking a CPA designated accounting & finance leader with a strong background in both public practice and industry (or possibly directly out of a public practice firm, if already at Senior Manager level). Expertise in IFRS is required, and additional experience with ASPE and ASNPO is preferred as the company reports under these standards across different entities.  Experience implementing new IFRS standards (IFRS 9, 10, 14, 16, 17, etc.) is a significant asset!

The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, including the ability to write detailed accounting memos and apply their robust knowledge of financial reporting in a highly regulated environment. Experience in companies with strong internal controls is essential. Tax and investment experience is a nice-to-have, not required for a quick and willing learner.

Excellent leadership capabilities are a must, including experience managing teams of 6+ people (ideally leading a mix of managers and individual contributors) and the ability to coach and delegate effectively. The new Senior Manager will be able to review, correct, and improve the work of their team, ensuring high-quality output while fostering a supportive and efficient team dynamic.

Where:

Greater Vancouver (not in downtown Vancouver).

Hybrid work schedule- after training and onboarding, the Senior Manager can start to work from home 2 days a week.  This company has a collaborative and friendly office environment and provides excellent employee amenities, including a fully equipped gym available free of charge for employees. Additional perks include bike lockers, EV charging, and free employe parking.

How Much: 

The base salary for this role ranges from $130,000 to $155,000- please note the top end of the range is for very strong candidates who have all the desired qualifications.  The company provides a robust performance-based bonus structure. Benefits include24 professional development support, customizable health benefits, a generous RRSP contribution from employer, and 4 weeks’ of paid vacation, plus additional paid time off.

Additionally, this company promotes healthy work/life integration for their employees- we are looking for a Senior Manager with a very strong work ethic and lots of accountability, of course, but they will not be expected to work around the clock like they might in some public practice or publicly-listed companies!

When & How to Apply: 

This high priority search for a Senior Manager of Accounting is moving quickly! SWIM is presenting the profiles of shortlisted candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in Word format as it works best with our internal systems, but PDF is fine, too). Thank you!

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Controller

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 6, 2025
Innovative public company headquartered in Vancouver and listed on the NASDAQ. Seeking a full-time Controller who will report into the Vice-President Finance. Very well-rounded role involving financial reporting (US GAAP), budgeting & forecasting, cash flow management, etc. Based in downtown Vancouver. Read Full Description

Innovative public company headquartered in Vancouver and listed on the NASDAQ. Seeking a full-time Controller who will report into the Vice-President Finance. Very well-rounded role involving financial reporting (US GAAP), budgeting & forecasting, cash flow management, etc. Based in downtown Vancouver.

Who- the Company:

Small public company based in Vancouver and listed on the NASDAQ, doing business in a very interesting and innovative tech area.
 

What- the Role:

Our client is looking to hire a new Controller. Primary responsibilities will include financial reporting (under US GAAP), year-end close (Dec 31st), budgeting & forecasting, business decision support, financial system optimization, payroll oversight, liaising with external auditors and tax consultants, etc.  This is a very well-rounded role, and the Controller will get to see almost all areas of the accounting & finance function- it’s a great role for someone looking for variety in their day-to-day and who wants to hone their public company reporting skills.  SWIM will provide interested & qualified candidates with a detailed job description.
 

Who- the Candidate:

We are seeking a senior accounting professional with 6+ years progressive experience in accounting & finance. Qualified candidates will hold an accounting designation (ideally Canadian CPA or US CPA).  Public company and SEC reporting experience is required (preferably with a NASDAQ listed company). Knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP (preferably US GAAP). Must have proficiency in Excel, and hands-on experience using mid-size financial system such as Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) are important in this role, as the Controller is writing reports and memos for the CFO and the Board. Experience working for a similar company (in-house or public practice client) is of course beneficial- for example, a start-up and/or newly-public company.
 

Where:

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver, very close to rapid transit.
 

How Much:

Base salary commensurate with work experience and skills, likely in the range of $100,000 to $125,000.  Please note that for the top end of the range, candidates will need to have the “preferred” qualifications, not just the required qualifications, and likely 7+ years of relevant and progressive experience.  Plus health & dental benefits, 3 weeks’ vacation (plus bonus days off around Christmas), and CPA professional development support. The Controller will be eligible for a bonus that is reflective of company performance, and may become eligible in future for an LTIP (in the form of RSUs) to be set by the Compensation Committee.
 

When & How to Apply:

Swim Recruiting will be representing the profiles of our shortlisted candidates directly to the hiring VP Finance for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out to that consultant directly. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' and send us your resume. Thank you! 

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Accounts Payable Administrator

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - TriCities, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on February 1, 2025
Fantastic career opportunity with a publicly-listed company with operations across Canada. This is a great role for an AP professional who wants to work for a complex, growing, and well-established company. Working with a tight-knit accounting team. Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years relevant and progressive work experience in AP and/or clerical accounting. Read Full Description

Fantastic career opportunity with a publicly-listed company with operations across Canada. This is a great role for an AP professional who wants to work for a complex, growing, and well-established company. Working with a tight-knit accounting team. Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years relevant and progressive work experience in AP and/or clerical accounting.

Who- the Company: 

Swim Recruiting is excited to be representing this company to the Greater Vancouver job market! This organization was founded over 15 years ago and has become a leader in their niche industry, with offices and operations across the country.  The company is publicly listed on the TSX and continues to grow both organically and through M&A. The company has been name to various business lists based on their profitability and well-managed business practices.
This organization has built an easy-going yet hard-working corporate culture with friendly and down to earth employees. The accounting team is very stable with long tenures. If you are a well-rounded Accountant with 4 years relevant and progressive accounting work experience who wants to work for a successful, mature, growth-oriented, and publicly-listed Canadian company, this could be the place for you!

What- the Role:

On client is seeking an Accounts Payable Administrator to join their tightknit team of 10 in Accounting & Finance (2 people in AP, including this role). This is a newly created role due to company growth and increasing business needs. The AP Administrator will ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments (approximately 400 invoices/month). Additionally, the AP Administrator will address and resolve inquiries from vendors and other stakeholders, monitor AP aging reports to ensure timely payments, conduct credit card reconciliations, verify employee expense reports and process reimbursements, prepare AP reports, etc. The AP Administrator will also get to help the team with ongoing AP process improvements and system optimization. The AP Administrator will be using Acumatica and Excel.
This company’s accounting team is very collaborative, and they help each other out as needed. The AP Administrator will be using a cloud-based accounting system and plenty of Excel.

Who- the Candidate:

We are looking for candidates with at least 2 years of relevant work experience within a corporate accounting department, with prior responsibilities in AP and/or clerical accounting. Relevant post-secondary education is strongly preferred, such as a diploma or certificate in accounting. We are looking for people who are organized, detail-oriented, accurate, reliable, and collaborative. Qualified candidates will have a friendly, clear, and professional communication style, and will be happy to answer AP-related questions and resolve AP-related issues. Experience in a complex multi-entity public company with operations across multiple Canadian provinces is beneficial. Intermediate proficiency in Excel is required, and experience using a cloud-based accounting system is an asset.

 

How Much:

Competitive base salary commensurate with level of skills, experience, and accounting qualifications, likely in the range of $52,000 to $60,000. The company will provide their new Accounts Payable Administrator with a solid overall compensation package, including paid vacation and good health & dental benefits.

Where:

HYBRID. Our client is headquartered in the Tri-Cities area of Greater Vancouver, and this is a great commute for someone living in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, Surrey, Burnaby, etc. Located right off the highway. The AP Administrator will work 3+ days/week in the office during initial training, and long-term likely 2 days/week in office (or employees can choose to work from the office full-time, if preferred).

When & How to Apply: 

Swim Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!

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Senior Accountant, Internal Controls

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - TriCities, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on January 31, 2025
Unique career opportunity with a publicly-listed company with operations across Canada. This is a fantastic role for an Accountant who wants to work for a complex, growing, and well-established company. Reporting into a great boss and working with a tight-knit accounting team. Qualified candidates will have at least 4 years relevant and progressive accounting work experience. Read Full Description

Unique career opportunity with a publicly-listed company with operations across Canada. This is a fantastic role for an Accountant who wants to work for a complex, growing, and well-established company. Reporting into a great boss and working with a tight-knit accounting team. Qualified candidates will have at least 4 years relevant and progressive accounting work experience.

Who- the Company: 

Swim Recruiting is excited to be representing this company to the Greater Vancouver job market! This organization was founded over 15 years ago and has become a leader in their niche industry, with offices and operations across the country.  The company is publicly listed on the TSX and continues to grow both organically and through M&A. The company has been name to various business lists based on their profitability and well-managed business practices.
This organization has built an easy-going yet hard-working corporate culture with friendly and down to earth employees. The accounting team is very stable with long tenures. If you are a well-rounded Accountant with 4+  years relevant and progressive accounting work experience who wants to work for a successful, mature, growth-oriented, and publicly-listed Canadian company, this could be the place for you!

What- the Role:

On client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their tightknit team of 10 in accounting & finance. This is a newly created role due to company growth and increasing business needs. The Senior Accountant will report directly into the CFO and will have a well-rounded portfolio which will include taking ownership for the evolving internal controls, internal audit, and risk management needs of the company (potentially building up to the creation of a true internal audit department and function within the organization). It is anticipated than this piece would represent 30% to 50% of the role (fluctuating depending on projects and time of year).
Additionally, the Senior Accountant will support financial reporting, month-end/year-end close, ad hoc accounting & finance related projects, financial analysis and business decision support, system optimization, acquisition integrations, etc. This company’s accounting team is very collaborative, and they help each other out as needed. The Senior Accountant will be using a cloud-based accounting system and plenty of Excel.

Who- the Candidate:

We are looking for an Accountant with at least 4 years of full-cycle accounting work experience. CPA designation highly preferred, but candidates who have successfully passed the CFE and will be designated soon will also be considered. Solid skills within internal controls and internal audit for a publicly-listed Canadian company is required. This is the first time the company is hiring someone who will be accountable to the internal controls and internal audit function, and they are looking for someone who can bring in best practices and identify areas of opportunity and risk for the organization. Training in public practice followed by 1+ year in industry is preferred, although candidates who have experience only in public practice or only in industry will also be considered. Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, V look-ups, etc.) is required. Candidates will have a friendly, clear, and professional communication style.

Bonus Points….

  • Experience working for a company with a franchise business model

  • Experience optimizing the internal use of a mid-size cloud-based accounting system

  • Exposure to post-acquisition integration, including implementing new internal controls for a newly acquired subsidiary

 

How Much:

Competitive base salary commensurate with level of skills, experience, and accounting qualifications, likely in the range of $87,000 to $100,000. The company will provide their new Senior Accountant with a solid overall compensation package, including paid vacation and sick days, professional development support for CPA, and good health & dental benefits.

Where:

HYBRID. Our client is headquartered in the Tri-Cities area of Greater Vancouver, and this is a great commute for someone living in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, Surrey, Burnaby, etc. Located right off the highway.. The Senior Accountant will work 3+ days/week in the office during initial training, and long-term likely 2 days/week in office (or employees can choose to work from the office full-time, if preferred).

When & How to Apply: 

Swim Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!

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Senior Accountant

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Delta, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on January 31, 2025
Exciting senior accountant opportunity that is newly created for a growing company. This is a hands-on role where you are doing it all reporting to a fantastic CFO and mentoring a junior accountant. One moment of the day, you are reviewing entries or following up on receivables while another working on reports, financial statements or working with the CFO on cash management, planning or projects. If you are someone that enjoys supporting the numbers behind a business, learning operations and being hands on in the details and strategic- this is for you. Read Full Description

Exciting senior accountant opportunity that is newly created for a growing company. This is a hands-on role where you are doing it all reporting to a fantastic CFO and mentoring a junior accountant. One moment of the day, you are reviewing entries or following up on receivables while another working on reports, financial statements or working with the CFO on cash management, planning or projects. If you are someone that enjoys supporting the numbers behind a business, learning operations and being hands on in the details and strategic- this is for you.

Who- the Company: 

Our client, an impressive fast paced and high growth company in the construction industry that has a great culture, with long tenured staff, some of which have been there 25-30 years since the company was founded! They are an entrepreneurial office that is financially backed.

What- the Role:

Located in Delta, this organization is growing its team and is seeking a dedicated full-time Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant will be an integral part of a dynamic team and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).  This role promises growth opportunities for the right candidate in the role as our company continues to expand.  This role is Hybrid, with a 4 days/week required in the office.
Key responsibilities can be broken down as follows:

  • Oversee invoicing and payroll processes, supervising the accounting clerk in this function
  • Prepare and file statutory remittances (GST, Payroll, WCB, etc.)
  • Working in conjunction with the CFO, prepare monthly financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and bank covenant reporting.
  • Manage supplier invoices and payments processing.
  • Oversee AR and collections processes.
  • Prepare bank and credit card account reconciliations.
  • Identify and develop opportunities for process improvement in the Finance function.
  • Working in conjunction with the CFO, prepare financial and operational analyses to enhance company performance.

Who- the Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and a keen interest in business operations with accounting experience in a high transaction volume industry.
Qualifications / Skills:

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance plus the completion of your accounting designation or pursuing completion.
  • 3-5 years of relevant full cycle accounting experience with a willingness to be hands on while enjoying mentoring others.
  • Previous experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central considered an asset.
  • Highly organized with a keen eye for detail.
  • Willingness to learn and take direction.

How Much:

Competitive base salary commensurate with level of experience. Ideal range will be between $70-85,000 depending on experience plus bonus, vacation, and benefits. Please discuss further with SWIM.
Please note: We are open to seeing candidates available both on a full-time or .8 schedule and happy to discuss.
 

Where:

This role will be based in Delta BC. Initially this will be 4 days onsite during training and building relationships for roughly 1-2 months and then hybrid 3 days in office after.
 

When & How to Apply: 

Swim Recruiting will be shortlisting candidates and presenting profiles directly to the hiring CFO. Our client will have a 2-step interview process. Please let me know soon if you are interested and would like to discuss it further

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Senior Analyst

Accounting & Finance
Contract
Vancouver - Hybrid, BC, Canada
Posted on January 30, 2025
Do you have 2-3 years of consulting experience, strong skills in process design, program management, and executive content creation (PowerPoint), and a governance-focused mindset? This role offers a chance to support strategic decision-making for senior leadership by analyzing business performance insights, managing project delivery, and enhancing enterprise processes. This role is a 6-month with potential for extension if performance and business needs align.   Read Full Description

Senior Analyst (Enterprise Performance + Governance)

Do you have 2-3 years of consulting experience, strong skills in process design, program management, and executive content creation (PowerPoint), and a governance-focused mindset?
This role offers a chance to support strategic decision-making for senior leadership by analyzing business performance insights, managing project delivery, and enhancing enterprise processes.
This role is a 6-month with potential for extension if performance and business needs align.
 

Who – The Company:

 A local Vancouver success story with global operations and an impeccable reputation.
 

What- The Role:

As a part of the Enterprise Performance & Governance team, the Senior Analyst will play a critical role in gathering & analyzing business performance insights at the enterprise-level to frame decisions for the CEO, CFO and SLT along with managing project delivery and enabling processes to drive to outcomes for senior leadership.
This role requires a candidate with project management, change management, process design and strong analytical experience in a global retail organization or from a consulting firm.

Analysis: Partner with FP&A, Strategy, and technical data teams to build integrated operational and financial insights to guide enterprise opportunity identification, risk mitigation, and strategic investments.

Capability development & execution: Support the team leader in the development of the strategic vision, activation and delivery of this enterprise-wide capability.

Executive storytelling: Contribute to executive presentations that effectively frames and visualizes insights for an executive-level audience.

Stakeholder management: Facilitate cross-functional meetings, drive enrollment, decision-making, and execution of key milestones and deliverables.

Communications: Deliver a series of communication & engagement activities to enroll and guide stakeholders across the business.

Continuous improvement: Maintain a continuous improvement mindset, identifying opportunities & designing future state processes as required.
 

Who – The Candidate:

  • Project management certificates and / or certification would be an asset.
  • University Degree in Finance, Business, Engineering or similar preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in management or strategy consulting (ideally with experience in finance transformation or general business transformation)

How much:

$48-50/hr commensurate with experience + 4% vacation pay.

Where:

Vancouver, this role is onsite 4 days/week, with Friday remote.

When & How To Apply: 

Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested and already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.

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Accountant, Infrastructure

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on January 28, 2025
Are you a nearly designated accountant looking for an industry role? This is a great opportunity to join an award-winning real estate company on the construction, infrastructure side of the business. This role offers variety and complexity in full cycle accounting, in doing the financials for 4 operational projects as well as varied in analysis, treasury and in rolling up your sleeves working in a tight knit team with many long tenured staff and a great manager! Read Full Description

Are you a nearly designated accountant looking for an industry role? This is a great opportunity to join an award-winning real estate company on the construction, infrastructure side of the business. This role offers variety and complexity in full cycle accounting, in doing the financials for 4 operational projects as well as varied in analysis, treasury and in rolling up your sleeves working in a tight knit team with many long tenured staff and a great manager!

More about our client:

An award-winning real estate enterprise with a stellar reputation. A fantastic employer that values employee experience and for this reason has won employer of choice awards 3 years running! They are a team-oriented culture with long tenured employees while also entrepreneurial and evolving always trying to improve with new tools with very high engagement.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and be proud of working at a company developing, acquiring and maintaining high quality, sustainable buildings and communities.
 

This opportunity:

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the Accountant provides accounting expertise with primary emphasis on delivering timely financial reporting and providing close financial support to the Director and Assistant Manager and operations of the company. The role will work to support the broader team and will have a working relationship with the company’s leads of Development and Construction, Project Finance, and Project Operations Management.

This organization has many tenured staff, and this role can certainly evolve and grow as you prove yourself.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Deliver timely and accurate internal and external financial reporting on a quarterly, and annual basis
  • Responsible for full cycle accounting of 4 projects
  • Ensure regulatory compliance for all Reporting and Internal Controls requirements
  • Assess, and implement internal controls and processes for operations
  • Preparation and filing of corporate tax and statutory returns for multiple companies
  • Assist in the development of enhanced reporting to the Board of Directors and Audit Committee
  • Assist in the development and refinement of structured and efficient accounting procedures
  • Develop a good understanding of Infrastructure business (e.g. owned or managed investments)
  • Analyze and identify areas of high risk and address these with diligence and a high degree of detail
  • Become a strong user and advocate of Yardi financial system
  • Assist in cash flow forecasting and manage cash resources
  • Provide Treasury management for all assigned projects
  • Provide analysis and recommendations for improving efficiencies and financial performance
  • Maintain strong working relationships with professional advisors and lenders including bankers, trustee, tax advisors, auditors and others
  • Maintain excellent working relationships with the direct team and across the organization
  • Secondary accounting contact for partners
  • Manage paper/electronic filings and ensuring tax compliance (sales tax, income tax, etc.)
  • Develop a strong understanding of the tax structure and requirements related to investments
  • Assist in the implementation of a centralized financial reporting system
  • Assist with management of year end audits for all assigned projects F
  • Assist with coaching junior staff on accounting processes and technical skills.

 

Who - the Candidate:

Required Knowledge & Skills

  • Near completion of accounting designation along with relevant experience in public practice or industry
  • Strong accounting technical skills and thorough understanding of IFRS
  • Good understanding of ASPE accounting pronouncements will be an asset
  • Minimum of 2 - 5 years accounting experience
  • Strong relationship building skills and strong organization skills
  • Good understanding of processes and systems
  • Must be a team player and willing to do all tasks large or small
  • Strong analytical skills to drive improved results
  • Fast learner and enjoy working under pressure
  • Good knowledge of Accounting Principles and the ability to identify issues and interpret and apply accounting policies
  • Good communication skills at various levels within the organization
  • Good standard of performance
  • Proficiency with MS Office suite, in depth knowledge of Excel
  • An effective approach to integrating technology in day-to-day accounting functions
  • Previous Public Private Partnerships experience would be an asset
  • Previous experience with corporate tax would be an asset
  • Experience with system reporting and implementation would be an asset
  • Yardi experience preferred but not required

 

Where:

Vancouver based in a hybrid work model.
 

How Much:

This is a Full-Time, Permanent position with competitive base compensation and bonus. The ideal base compensation is a range of $60-78,000 plus bonus (5%), benefits and also pension once eligible after 12 consecutive months of employment.
 

When & How to Apply:

This search is moving extremely quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' and send us your resume.

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Controller

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Downtown Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on January 27, 2025
Controller, reporting to the VP Finance. Leading a team of 7 to 9 people, including operational accounting, AP, and AR. Well-established and reputable Vancouver-based company with impressive leadership. Fast-paced, high change, and entrepreneurial work environment, with a friendly and down-to-earth corporate culture. Flexible hybrid work. Downtown Vancouver. Read Full Description

Controller, reporting to the VP Finance. Leading a team of 7 to 9 people, including operational accounting, AP, and AR. Well-established and reputable Vancouver-based company with impressive leadership. Fast-paced, high change, and entrepreneurial work environment, with a friendly and down-to-earth corporate culture. Flexible hybrid work. Downtown Vancouver.

Who- the Company:

Our client is a successful and reputable mid-size privately-held Canadian organization that was founded over 20 years ago. The company is broadly speaking in the financial services sector but is NOT a bank or credit union.  They provide warranty products, but they are NOT really an insurance company. The company is at the intersection of a few different sectors. In addition to their robust business model and corporate achievements, the organization promotes a culture of collaboration and employees are encouraged to contribute positively to the communities they live and work in through volunteering and philanthropy. Very values-based organization.

What- the Role:

Swim Recruiting is seeking a Controller, Operations. This is a newly created role. The Controller will report into the VP Finance who in turn reports into the CFO. The Controller, Operations will manage, mentor, and lead the operational accounting, AP, and AR functions, with a total team size of 7-9. They will have a peer (a Corporate Controller who leads an accounting team). The total accounting team under the VP team is around 14 people, and there are also FP&A and Treasury teams.

The Controller will spearhead process improvements for the operational accounting function, contribute business decision support, provide operational oversight, and lead a high-performance team. We are seeking a new Controller who can keep in mind the big picture of the business vision while still keeping on top of the day-to-day operations of their team.

The Controller, Operations can grow and develop in their career in tandem with the company’s growth.  The Controller will contribute positively to a healthy, engaged, and solutions-oriented corporate culture and to a work environment that supports teamwork and the achievement of results across all departments and business lines.
Using Excel, Power BI, SQL, and a financial system.  

SWIM will provide interested/qualified candidates with a full job description.

Who- the Candidate:

  • Leadership- We are seeking a proven leader who has directly managed a team of at least 5 people, ideally including operational accounting, AP, and AR.
  • Qualifications- Relevant post-secondary education and CPA designation are required. 
  • Candidates will be business savvy and able to see the big picture while working on the details.
  • Work experience with a growing, complex, and multi-entity private organization.
  • Training in a national or international public practice accounting firm is preferred, not required.
  • Systems- Qualified candidates will have hands-on experience using an ERP and will have advanced proficiency in Excel. Experience with financial system optimisation, customization, and system-use process improvements.

This is a great role for folks who thrive in a fast-paced, high-change, and entrepreneurial work environment! We are looking for folks who lead by example and who are friendly, humble yet confident, adaptable, resilient, ethical and honest, and who can have fun with their team while working hard.

Where:

  • Downtown Vancouver
  • Hybrid work schedule.

More presence required in the HQ in the first months on the job while establishing relationships with direct reports and senior leaders, and getting to know the company. Longer term, the Controller, Operations can choose to work from home 2 days a week, depending on what is going on at the office. There are frequent on-site team collaboration days and social events. The company has a beautiful headquarters in Vancouver with stunning views.

How Much:

Generous base salary commensurate with relevant work experience, education & qualifications, leadership, an accounting & finance skills, likely in the range of $125,000 to $145,000. Additionally, the total compensation will include an automatic employer-paid RRSP contribution, a performance-based bonus, paid health & wellness days, professional development support, robust health benefits, and some great industry-based perks.

When & How to Apply:

This search is moving very quickly, and SWIM is presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!

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Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on January 25, 2025
Diverse, fulfilling, and well-rounded management role within a complex, global, and public company headquartered in Vancouver. Leading a team of 3 to 5 people. Competitive total compensation package. Read Full Description

Diverse, fulfilling, and well-rounded management role within a complex, global, and public company headquartered in Vancouver. Leading a team of 3 to 5 people. Competitive total compensation package.

Who- the Company:

Our client is a global publicly-listed organization with a complex, exciting, and interesting story- SWIM can fill you in!  The company is based in Vancouver and also has major operations overseas.  The employee population size in Vancouver is approximately 65 people, in a mix of corporate departments such as accounting & finance, legal, administration, IT, HR, etc. Total company size of well over 1000 employees. This company has a reputation in Vancouver and beyond for hiring top talent, and for providing their employees with interesting and challenging work in a positive and professional environment.

What- the Opportunity:

On behalf of our client, SWIM is seeking a new Manager, Financial Reporting. The new Manager will lead a global team of 4 to 5 Analysts and Accountants, all of whom will be direct reports into the Manager. This is a leadership role involving people management, coaching, overseeing and reviewing accounting work completed by the accountants, business operations, ad hoc process improvement projects, etc. Along with their Accountants, this Manager is responsible for consolidations for a portfolio of ~12 entities (statutory accounts, joint ventures, etc.). Systems used include a cloud-based ERP, a consolidation tool, a financial reporting tool, and Excel.
There is overtime during 1-2 weeks at quarter-end and for several weeks at the peak of year-end, but for the most part organized and hardworking Managers at this company can obtain better work/life balance than you’d see at most other global public companies or large public practice firms. SWIM will provide interested candidates with a thorough job description.

Who- the Candidate:

  • At least 7 years’ and ideally 9+ years’ progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting, including public company reporting.
  • CPA accounting designation (or International equivalent) is required.
  • Training in a large multi-national public practice accounting firm is highly preferred, ideally up to Manager or Senior Manager level.
  • Experience working in the corporate office of a global public company is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS is required, knowledge of US GAAP is an asset
  • Excellent leadership, people management, coaching, mentoring, and training skills are crucial in this role. Candidates must have experience leading at least 2 direct reports, and ideally 4+ direct reports. Experience managing people or teams who live in another country is preferred.
  • We are looking for people who are resourceful, creative, and self-motivated problem solvers- this Manager will have the opportunity to address all sorts of interesting business issues and problems that crop up.
  • Experience working closely with external auditors.
  • There are a lot of deadlines to juggle in this role; therefore, excellent time management and organizational skills along with a process improvement mindset are all crucial.
  • Top-notch communication skills are important- ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across many countries.

Where: 

Headquartered in Vancouver. Beautiful corporate offices with a great view! For the first couple months, the Manager will likely want to work from the office 4 or 5 days a week as they onboard and establish relationships with their colleagues.  Longer-term, the Manager can choose to work on a hybrid schedule.

How Much: 

Base salary commensurate with relevant work experience, skills, qualifications, and education- likely in the range of $120,000 to $160,000. Please discuss your total compensation expectations in more detail with SWIM.  The Manager will also receive a performance-based bonus, a health allowance, an annual flexible spending allowance, professional development support (for CPA, for example), a generous amount of paid time off, solid health & dental benefits, a transit or parking allowance, etc.

When & How to Apply:

If you are qualified for this rewarding Manager, Financial Reporting opportunity with a high-profile global company, please let Swim Recruiting know as soon as possible as this search is moving quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out directly.  If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with SWIM’s internal systems).  We also love referrals, if you know someone else who may be interested and qualified. Thank you so much!

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Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on January 22, 2025
FP&A Management role. Reporting directly into the Director, FP&A, who reports into the CFO. Leading 2 Financial Analysts as direct reports. Well-established and reputable Vancouver-based company with impressive leadership. Fast-paced, high change, and entrepreneurial work environment, with a friendly and down-to-earth corporate culture. Flexible hybrid work. Based in Vancouver… or also open to remote employee working anywhere in Canada.   Read Full Description

FP&A Management role. Reporting directly into the Director, FP&A, who reports into the CFO. Leading 2 Financial Analysts as direct reports. Well-established and reputable Vancouver-based company with impressive leadership. Fast-paced, high change, and entrepreneurial work environment, with a friendly and down-to-earth corporate culture. Flexible hybrid work. Based in Vancouver… or also open to remote employee working anywhere in Canada.  

Who- the Company:

Our client is a successful and reputable mid-size privately-held Canadian organization that was founded over 20 years ago. The company is broadly speaking in the financial services sector but is NOT a bank or credit union.  They provide warranty products, but they are NOT really an insurance company. The company is at the intersection of a few different sectors. In addition to their robust business model and corporate achievements, the organization promotes a culture of collaboration and employees are encouraged to contribute positively to the communities they live and work in through volunteering and philanthropy. Very values-based organization.

What- the Role:

Swim Recruiting is seeking a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis. This is a newly created role. The Manager will report into the Director, FP&A who in turn reports into the CFO.  The Manager will directly lead, mentor, and develop 2 Analysts and that team is likely to grow in near-term future.  The new Manager, FP&A will oversee the output of the Analyst team.

Working on a broader accounting & finance team of 20+ people, in accounting, treasury, strategic finance, AP, AR, etc. The Manager will be busy with business decision support, partnering with various corporate departments (including sales), leading forecasting & budgeting, operational reporting, ad hoc analysis for the Board and SLT, project management, strategic financial modeling, and giving presentations.  The new Manager will be a hands-on leader who will act as a subject matter expert for various levels of operational staff within the organization.

This role contributes to the creation of a work environment that supports teamwork and the achievement of results across all departments and business lines. Using Excel, Power BI, SQL, and a financial system.  

There are excellent long-term growth opportunities at this company- the person in this role can develop further within financial planning & analysis (FP&A) or other areas of finance in the coming years.  The FP&A Manager will contribute positively to a healthy, engaged, and solutions-oriented corporate culture. SWIM will provide interested/qualified candidates with a full job description.

Who- the Candidate:

  • Leadership- We are seeking a proven FP&A leader who has directly managed at least 1 Analyst as a direct report, and preferably 3+ direct reports.
  • Qualifications-
    • CPA designation is highly preferred, or foundational accounting work experience before pivoting into FP&A (so that the Mgr can collaborate effectively with the accounting team).
    • CFA designation is a huge asset.
  • Candidates will be business savvy and able to see the big picture while working on the details.
  • Work experience with a growing, complex, and multi-entity private organization is preferred.
  • Must have excellent business partnering skills, particularly with sales.
  • Systems-
    • Candidates will have hands-on experience using an ERP and will have advanced proficiency in Excel (ability to do financial modeling, querying, and data analysis, using pivot tables, look-ups, if and sum-if, etc).
    • Experience using Power BI and/or SQL is a significant asset, but can be taught to a bright and willing learner.

This is a great role for folks who thrive in a fast-paced, high-change, and entrepreneurial work environment! We are looking for folks who lead by example and who are friendly, humble yet confident, adaptable, resilient, and who can have fun with their team while working hard.

Where:

  • Downtown Vancouver OR
  • Greater Toronto Area (GTA) OR
  • Working anywhere else in Canada- on PST, MST, CST, or EST time zone, depending on meetings.  Must have excellent internet connection and ability to travel on occasion.
  • The company has a beautiful headquarters in Vancouver and a smaller corporate office in Greater Toronto. If the new Manager is living in either of these cities, the hope/expectation would be that they work from the office 1-2 days/week for in-person interaction and relationship building.

How Much:

Generous base salary commensurate with relevant work experience, education & qualifications (if not designated vs designated vs pursuing), leadership, and FP&A skills, likely in the range of $110,000 to $120,000. Additionally, the total compensation will include an automatic employer-paid RRSP contribution, a performance-based bonus, paid health & wellness days, professional development support (for CPA and/or CFA), great health benefits, and some great industry-based perks.

When & How to Apply:

This search is moving very quickly, and SWIM is presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!

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Controller

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on January 17, 2025
Senior leadership role with a well-established and growing retail company. Leading and mentoring a team of around 10 people. Managing the full accounting & finance function, including reporting, corporate accounting, AP & AR, retail accounting, financial systems, payroll processing, etc. Full time permanent role based in Burnaby. Read Full Description

Senior leadership role with a well-established and growing retail company. Leading and mentoring a team of around 10 people. Managing the full accounting & finance function, including reporting, corporate accounting, AP & AR, retail accounting, financial systems, payroll processing, etc. Full time permanent role based in Burnaby.

Who- the Company:

Our client is a well-established and reputable midsize retail company with plans to continue to expand (new stores) in 2025. The company has built up over the years with an entrepreneurial spirit. Employees tend to have very long tenures at this company because they have a tight-knit team and the leaders enable staff to take initiative and develop new skills.

What- the Role:

On behalf of our client, Swim Recruiting is seeking a new Controller.

The new Controller will mentor, manage, train, motivate, and lead the accounting & finance team (8 to 10 people) that is responsible for corporate accounting, inventory and logistics accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Responsibilities in this role are diverse and well-rounded, and will include: preparation of monthly statements, corporate reporting, payment approvals, ad hoc analysis, preparation of reports for management (routine and ad hoc), annual audit, tax, bank reporting, cashflow management, payroll processing,  etc. 

The Controller will also be responsible for overseeing financial systems, including an eventual system upgrade project. The Controller will trouble-shoot system issues, create new customizations, and put in place system process improvements, working with 3rd parties as needed. The Controller will use various systems, and the plan is for the Controller to lead a new financial system implementation towards the end of 2025/start of 2026.     
This role involves daily communication and interaction with the operations and sales teams, including providing these teams with analysis and financial reports. A business-minded approach and a confident communication style are crucial in this role.  

Who- the Candidate:

We are looking for a well-rounded senior level accounting professional with strong people management skills and excellent verbal and written communication abilities. The Controller will be a member of the management team and is expected to build relationships across all departments, including the sales and operations teams. We are looking for a self-starter who sees where they can add value and is eager to jump in.  Great candidates for this role will be solutions oriented and will come to the leadership team with ideas for process improvements and automation.

  • 8+ years’ progressive experience in accounting roles.
  • CPA accounting designation is required. Additional qualifications such as MBA are very beneficial. 
  • Systems savvy is very important in this role, including proficiency in Excel. Experience leading financial system upgrade/implementation project is a big plus!
  • Exposure to the complexities and high change nature of the retail sector is preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills- ability to interact and effectively communicate internally with people in sales and operations, as well as externally with key business partners.
  • Business-minded- we are seeking people who are eager to work with a successful and entrepreneurial private family-owned company. The ideal Controller will be someone who will take the time to get to know the business and operations at a deep level.
  • Natural leadership and team mentorship abilities. It is highly preferred that the Controller already have experience leading a team of 10+ people.

Why:

If you are a self-starter who takes initiative and enjoys learning the operations of a complex business while providing excellent financial reporting and full-cycle accounting, then this could be a great job for you! People often stay with the company for many years due to the opportunities for new learning and steady career advancement based on performance.

Where:  

Burnaby. Free employee parking available and walking distance from a SkyTrain station. Ideally the Controller will work from the office 5 days a week, with very occasional work-from-home flexibility depending on the week and what’s going on at the office. Working in-office is also the best way to quickly learn the complex operations at this business. We are looking for a Controller who will have leadership presence in the office and who can mentor and develop their direct reports in-person and build cross-departmental relationships with other leaders in-person.

How Much:

Base salary for this role depends on years of experience, relevance of technical skills, direct exposure to complex retail sector, and level of qualifications and education- likely in the range of $125,000 to $145,000. Plus, a discretionary bonus, 3 weeks’ paid vacation, professional development support, etc.
 

When & How to Apply:

Swim Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!

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Controller, Record to Report

Accounting & Finance
Contract
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on January 16, 2025
We are seeking a Controller, Record to Report to lead financial process standardization and optimization. This role is instrumental in ensuring efficient, compliant, and integrated processes that align with organizational goals, supporting transparency and regulatory compliance.   Read Full Description

Controller, Record to Report

We are seeking a Controller, Record to Report to lead financial process standardization and optimization. This role is instrumental in ensuring efficient, compliant, and integrated processes that align with organizational goals, supporting transparency and regulatory compliance.
 

Who- the Company:

Our client is a global mining leader committed to providing the essential resources for sustainable development. We prioritize responsible operations and innovation to meet the world’s evolving needs while caring for the people, communities, and environments we impact.
 

What- the Role:  

Process Leadership

  • Define, document, and standardize financial processes across the organization.
  • Monitor process performance, identify bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvements.
  • Lead process optimization and ensure alignment with organizational objectives and strategic goals.

Governance and Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, governance policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain robust process documentation and establish clear workflows and guidelines.
  • Drive process standardization across operations, including training and change management.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Partner with business owners and functional teams to integrate cross-functional processes.
  • Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless process adoption and minimize silos.
  • Provide insights into process inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.

Change and Risk Management

  • Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Lead change initiatives to support process transformation and enhance outcomes.

Training and Development

  • Train and educate teams on best practices, tools, and standards.
  • Act as a key resource for process knowledge and improvement initiatives.

 

Who- the Candidate:

 

  • CPA designation with 10+ years of post-designation experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or management information systems.
  • Expertise in full-cycle accounting, IFRS, and financial reporting.
  • Proven experience with SAP, specifically Record to Report (R2R).
  • Strong understanding of finance master data and workflows.
  • Skilled at leading process transformation and fostering continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across global teams.
  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with experience working at an executive level.

 

How Much:

$160,000-$200,000 commensurate with experience + annual performance bonus, profit share plan, health + personal spending account, extended health, paid sick leave, vacation, holidays and many additional perks!

 

Where:

Vancouver, Hybrid work model with likelihood to be more onsite for high-volume project periods. Expect international travel to mine sites in North America and South America.

 

When & How to Apply:

This search is moving quickly, and interviews start soon! 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. If you do yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit “APPLY NOW” and send us your resume.

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Manager, Payroll Operations

Accounting & Finance
Contract
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on January 16, 2025
We are seeking an experienced Manager, Payroll Operations, to lead a high-performing payroll team in a large, dynamic organization. Your background in managing payroll functions within other large and complex environments will be key to driving operational excellence and implementing best practices. Read Full Description

Manager, Payroll Operations

We are seeking an experienced Manager, Payroll Operations, to lead a high-performing payroll team in a large, dynamic organization. Your background in managing payroll functions within other large and complex environments will be key to driving operational excellence and implementing best practices.

In this role, you’ll oversee payroll operations, ensure compliance with federal and provincial regulations, and lead process improvements to optimize efficiency. Your ability to navigate the challenges of a multifaceted organization will enable you to deliver exceptional service, manage risks effectively, and support critical organizational objectives.
 

Who- The Company: 

Our client is a globally recognized organization and a large employer in the Vancouver area. Known for their exceptional reputation and collaborative work culture, they are passionate about learning and challenge their employees to grow. 
 

What- The Role: 

This is a key position for internal controls and governance over the payroll function and will provide supervisory and leadership responsibility for two Team Leads, who each oversee large teams. Additionally, you will liaise with senior faculty, staff, and teams within the Finance, Tax, Risk Management and Human Resources departments, ensure the organization is in compliance with statutory, contractual and fiscal payroll and benefits obligations, perform periodic internal audits, and oversee the maintenance of all accounting records, financial statements and reports. You will also be responsible for identifying process improvement opportunities and lead the implementation of new payroll processes and systems.
 

Who- The Candidate: 

Equipped with a minimum of 8 years of progressive payroll experience, you have an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, and CPA designation and CPM certification. A natural leader, with proven experience leading and driving a culture of best practices and continuous improvement, you possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You have prior experience as a subject matter expert in Payroll for a large, complex organization and people management experience as it relates to hiring, training, evaluating, disciplining, and terminating staff. Additionally, you have demonstrated knowledge of working in an environment with collective agreements, applicable legislation and regulations and Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles including internal control and audit requirements as well as legislation, regulations, practices and guidelines. Knowledge of Workday an added bonus.
 

How Much: 

Attractive base salary in the range of $108,576 – 169,370.04. Please note the mid-point for this role is $135,597, and salary range is commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and skills. It is unlikely the starting salary will exceed this amount. Only in exceptional circumstances, where a candidate meets all qualifications, might the salary be considered above the mid-point. 4 weeks’ vacation, robust benefits package including: BC MSP, Dental, Extended Health, Health Spending Account, Employees & Family Assistance Program, Life Insurance, LT Disability Plan, Pension, Professional Development.
 

Where:

Vancouver, BC, onsite 5 days’ week for the first 6 months, thereafter hybrid working model of 3 days’ onsite.
 

When & How To Apply: 

Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested and already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.

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Senior Financial Analyst

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Richmond,, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on January 9, 2025
Critical role to continue to build out the FP&A function for an already global and growing organization! We are looking for a skilled Senior Financial Analyst that enjoys creating robust models ideally with experience in Power BI to support our global client as they continue to expand and want to continue to seek better data to support decision making. Read Full Description

Critical role to continue to build out the FP&A function for an already global and growing organization! We are looking for a skilled Senior Financial Analyst that enjoys creating robust models ideally with experience in Power BI to support our global client as they continue to expand and want to continue to seek better data to support decision making.

Who

Our client is a technical leading company in its industry. Their product sells it in more than 90 countries and is manufactured locally in Richmond!  
Owned by private equity, they have a board run organization with complexity and polish but also a down to earth group that is tight knit.

What- the Role: 

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join their growing finance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial data analysis, Excel modeling, and consolidation of financial results across multiple entities. Proficiency with Power BI and an ability to use consolidation software (the company uses Datarails) is essential for this role. The Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making through the development and maintenance of complex financial models, reporting systems, and insightful analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Modeling and Analysis – pricing and profitability:
    • Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models in Excel to support forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning.
    • Maintain pricing models
    • Perform in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
    • Conduct variance analysis, comparing actual results to forecasts and budgets, providing actionable insights to management.
  • Data Consolidation and Reporting:
    • Lead the consolidation of financial statements across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
    • Utilize Datarails to streamline the global consolidation process and automate reporting across various departments and business units.
    • Create and manage comprehensive financial reports and dashboards in Power BI, providing management with real-time insights into business performance.
  • Financial Planning and Forecasting:
    • Collaborate with department heads to gather inputs and assumptions for budgets and forecasts.
    • Support the finance team in developing and refining budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • System and Process Improvement:
    • Drive continuous improvements in financial reporting systems and tools, with a focus on automating manual processes using Power BI and Datarails.
    • Identify and implement best practices in financial data management and analysis in a manufacturing environment with global intercompany sales.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including accounting, operations, and senior leadership, to provide financial insights and decision support.
    • Present complex financial information in a clear, concise manner to non-financial stakeholders.

Who – the candidate:

We are seeking someone who is personable, professional and has strong customer service skills to build relationships with global stakeholders. Strong financial modeling experience in Excel and Power BI are essential for this exciting builder role.

Qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA designation preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, consolidation, and reporting, ideally within a multi-entity organization.
  • Expertise in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills, including macros, pivot tables, and data visualization.
  • Proficiency in Power BI, with experience building interactive dashboards and reports.
  • Strong experience with Datarails or similar financial consolidation software.
  • Solid understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy.

Where: 

Richmond- full time in office.

How Much:

Competitive compensation commensurate with level of experience about $80-90,000 base depending on experience plus bonus, RRSP and great benefits.

When & How to Apply: 

If you are qualified for, and interested in, this fantastic opportunity, please let Swim Recruiting know as soon as possible as this search is moving quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out directly.  If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume. Thank you!

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Senior Financial Analyst

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on December 20, 2024
Are you a CPA eager to make an impact? Join our clients dynamic team to support strategic financial planning and drive process innovation in a collaborative environment. Read Full Description

Are you a CPA eager to make an impact? Join our clients dynamic team to support strategic financial planning and drive process innovation in a collaborative environment.

Who- The Company: 

Our client is a highly reputable and large employer in the Vancouver area. Known for their exceptional reputation and collaborative work culture, they are passionate about learning and challenge their employees to grow. 

 

What- The Role: 

This role supports managers and the Associate Director of Finance, reporting to the Manager of Budgets, Analysis & Business Intelligence. Responsibilities include developing and reviewing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, preparing and analyzing budgetary data, promoting process efficiencies, and coordinating the budget process.

  • Collaborates with Operating Unit Managers (OUMs) and stakeholders on budget issues, preparing financial reports, resolving problems, and ensuring compliance with budgetary policies and procedures.
  • Analyzes salary accounts, operating budgets, and monthly forecast data, performing necessary budget transfers and addressing significant variances.
  • Maintains and approves the position control number (PCN) system, ensuring correct coding, budget allocation, and data integrity.
  • Supports the budget process by assisting with preparation, evaluating submissions, reviewing change requests, and reconciling budgets in systems like TM1 and Banner.
  • Develops and delivers training on budgeting and forecasting for managers, providing ongoing technical support and ensuring systems and reports meet stakeholder needs.
  • Prepares analysis for budget and forecast reviews, identifies and discusses anomalies, recommends procedural and policy changes, and initiates solutions for budget, forecast, or position control concerns.
  • Participates in internal committees related to budget matters, compiles budget information, and prepares consolidated annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and payroll reports.
  • Conducts ad-hoc analysis, financial modeling, and assists with maintaining and reconciling payroll data elements to ensure consistency and compliance.

Who- The Candidate: 

  • CPA designation.
  • Three to five years' experience in analytical, financial reporting, budget development, forecasting, and capital fund accounting roles.
  • Experience with ERP systems like Banner and Business Intelligence tools.
  • Adherence to GAAP and the ability to make informed recommendations.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with all organizational levels.
  • Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, initiative, and judgment.
  • Self-motivated team player capable of meeting tight deadlines and handling multiple priorities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and intermediate skills in other Microsoft Office applications.

How Much: 
Competitive base salary commensurate with level of experience in the range of $90-97K + 5 weeks’ vacation, robust benefits package including pension, excellent health and wellness. Please discuss further with Swim. 

 

Where: 

Burnaby, BC – hybrid working model of 3 days’ onsite, 2 remote. Subsidized parking onsite

 

When & How To Apply: 

Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested and already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.

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Chief Financial Officer, Family Office

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on November 22, 2024
Our client is a well-established family office with a diversified investment portfolio that aligns with the values and passions of the primary shareholders / family office owner. The company has a very tight-knit team of people who enjoy collaborating and who truly care about the long-term financial health of the firm. The organization rewards and appreciates loyalty and the family office owner aims to hire people who will thrive in the flexible and entrepreneurial work environment and who have the potential to develop with the company over many years (ideally until retirement!). Read Full Description

Who- The Company:

Our client is a well-established family office with a diversified investment portfolio that aligns with the values and passions of the primary shareholders / family office owner. The company has a very tight-knit team of people who enjoy collaborating and who truly care about the long-term financial health of the firm. The organization rewards and appreciates loyalty and the family office owner aims to hire people who will thrive in the flexible and entrepreneurial work environment and who have the potential to develop with the company over many years (ideally until retirement!).

What- the Role: 

CFO for a reputable family office. This is a very rare opportunity- one that doesn’t come up often in Vancouver! The CFO is functionally the most senior leader in the office and reports directly to the family office President/Owner.  
This new CFO will play an integral and influential role that involves financial stewardship, advising on investment strategy and deal structure, providing governance, and team leadership. The CFO provides financial expertise and business judgment to the family; the client organizations include several investments with a focus on real estate development and private equity. Given the smaller size of the family office, the CFO will be involved in all aspects of the organization and will work very closely with the Principals as well as with external stakeholders, advisors, and consultants.  There is an expectation for a strong work ethic and lots of self-motivation, but constant overtime does not happen at this firm- someone efficient, organized, and productive will be able to achieve good work/life integration.

What- the Responsibilities:

  • Managing, mentoring, leading and developing two (2) direct reports
  • Responsible for the overall financial and accounting requirements of the family office and its principals, including budgeting, treasury/cash management, financial reporting, tax, audit and financial planning and analysis.
  • Works directly with the principals on the design and implementation of investment and business activities.
  • Contributes to the investment decision process, including review of legal documentation (LP agreements, subscription agreements, etc.), deal due diligence and structure and assistance with qualitative/quantitative analysis of investment opportunities.
  • Manages relationships with other professionals (i.e. external auditors, law firms, bankers, tax consultants, etc.) and external investment management firms – including understanding strategies and ongoing monitoring of activity/results.
  • Ensures compliance with financial reporting requirements, both internal and external (i.e., personal and corporate income tax returns, GST/PST filings, audits, payroll filings, budget reporting, etc.), and CRA guidelines.

Who- the Candidate: 

We are looking for a very well-rounded accounting & finance leader who is eager to hone existing skills while continuously learning new things. The new CFO for this organization will be able to manage both the regulatory and compliance side of things (with an Accounting Manager as their right-hand) and the forward-looking and investments component of the role. Qualified candidates will be excellent communicators who can lead the team very self-sufficiently, while also keeping the family stakeholders looped in. Strong business summarization, memo writing, and report writing skills are all important. We are looking for people who are confident and savvy negotiators, as well as genuine relationship builders. This is a very values-based family office, and ideally the new CFO will align well with the personal values of the organization (which has a focus on investments that are environmentally responsible, sustainable, healthy, and just).

  • CPA designation is highly preferred, likely required. Additional qualifications and credentials such as CFA designation, CFP certification, MBA Finance, PMP, etc. will be viewed very favourably.
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive work experience in an accounting, consulting, investment management and/or business services environment.
  • Experience working with founder and/or owner-operated privately-held organizations, with strong preference for experience working in a similar family office.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting systems and analytics tools, including experience with a mid-size cloud-based accounting system such as QuickBooks or Xero.
  • Working knowledge of investment accounting, taxation, and financial reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of multiple asset classes including private market deal structuring and project finance structures (i.e. real estate).
  • Ideally, familiarity with investment strategy and risk management principles.

Where:

The family office is based in Greater Vancouver, outside of downtown Vancouver. Exact location is currently confidential, but SWIM can check the average commute time and distance qualified candidates, based on their city of residence.  The current CFO works full-time from the office, and this is strong the preference for the future- but there may be some work-from-home flexibility if needed. There is also flexibility on hours, for example, potentially an earlier or later start/finish time if it can help reduce the commute by avoiding the worst of rush hour.  Required business travel is rare in this role. 

How Much:

Base salary will be commensurate with depth, scope, and relevance of work experience, as well as qualifications and credentials. For now, the salary range is quite wide at $130,000 to $200,000. There is also a discretionary bonus (not a formalized bonus program) good health/dental/vision benefits, CPA and PD support, cell phone allowance, free parking, and a healthy amount of paid time off.

When & How to Apply:

NOTE- Swim Recruiting will highly respect the confidentiality of all applicants. We know that folks who are employed by another family office may be particularly concerned about their candidacy getting back to their current employer, and we will ensure that it’s kept confidential.
Swim Recruiting has been engaged as the exclusive recruitment partner on this very important executive search. We will be presenting the profiles of shortlisted candidates directly to the hiring team. If you are interested in this opportunity based on what you’ve read so far, please let me know and we can discuss further. Upon being selected for interview by our client, we will ask you to sign an NDA and can then share more information about the family office. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!
 

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Senior Tax Analyst

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Hybrid - Downtown Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on October 24, 2024
Diverse, fulfilling, and well-rounded tax role within a large, complex, global, and public company with impressive operations. This is a fantastic career opportunity for someone who wants to work for a dynamic company with ongoing growth plans. Opportunity to contribute directly to the brand-new tax function here in Vancouver, and to develop with the company over the years.  Great mentors and leaders to work with, and a competitive total compensation package. Based in downtown Vancouver.    Read Full Description

Diverse, fulfilling, and well-rounded tax role within a large, complex, global, and public company with impressive operations. This is a fantastic career opportunity for someone who wants to work for a dynamic company with ongoing growth plans. Opportunity to contribute directly to the brand-new tax function here in Vancouver, and to develop with the company over the years.  Great mentors and leaders to work with, and a competitive total compensation package. Based in downtown Vancouver. 
 

Who- the Company: 

Our client is a large publicly-listed company in the natural resources sector with operations in dozens of countries.
 

What- the Role:

On behalf of our client, SWIM is seeking a new Senior Tax Analyst. This is a very well-rounded tax role involving: BC corporate tax, BC mineral tax compliance, tax planning, tax risk assessment, analyzing large-scale projects for tax costs, indirect taxes, tax filings and provisions, supporting transferring pricing and cross-border taxation, monitoring corporate governance requirements, participating in M&A from a taxation perspective, etc. Working on BC and Canadian taxation for approximately 15 entities (of varying degrees of activity). Utilizing an ERP, a tax preparation software, and plenty of Excel.
 

Who- the Candidate:

  • Public Practice- Training in a multinational public practice firm is required.  
  • Industry- Experience working in a corporate office (HQ or subsidiary office) of a global public company is preferred, not required.
  • Work Experience-
    • At least 3 years and ideally 4+ years progressive experience in taxation (Canadian and BC)
    • Robust BC tax compliance skills are required  
    • Strong knowledge of IFRS, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
  • Natural Resources Sector- Experience with the mining sector (in-house or from client portfolio) is preferred, but not required.
    • Experience with mineral tax compliance is significant asset.
  • Education-
    • CPA accounting designation (or International equivalent) is required.
    • Pursuit or completion of the In-depth Tax Course and/or a Master’s Degree in Tax is a significant asset.
  • Systems: High level of proficiency in Excel is required, including financial modeling skills. Experience using a cloud-based financial system and tax preparation software. 
  • Soft Skills:
    • There are a lot of deadlines to juggle in this role; therefore, excellent time management and organizational skills along with a process improvement mindset are all crucial.
    • Top-notch communication skills are important- ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across many countries.

 

How Much:

Competitive base salary commensurate with level of skills, experience, and education- likely in the range of $90,000 to $120,000. Please note that the top end is reserved for candidates who have not only the requirements, but also many of the “nice-to-have” qualifications.  The company will provide their new Senior Tax Analyst with a solid overall compensation package, including an annual performance-based bonus, a generous 5 weeks of paid vacation, CPA & professional development support, competitive health & dental benefits and an RRSP match.
 

Where:

HYBRID. The company is headquartered in downtown Vancouver, conveniently accessible by public transit and close to many amenities and shops. Working 4 or 5 days a week in the office (i.e. employee can choose to work from home 1 day a week). The Senior Tax Analyst should have some flexibility on their work hours to hit deadlines and also to communicate & collaborate with colleagues working in various time zones. Please note there will be occasional business travel in this role- mostly domestic and likely only one trip a quarter.
 

When & How to Apply: 

Swim Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!

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