Accounting Manager
Join a collaborative, fast-paced environment where you'll lead and mentor staff while managing full-cycle accounting for a diverse client base.
Who- the Company:
Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing Vancouver based leading outsourced accounting and finance team supporting high growth companies. They are a people-centric organization and known for their collaborative team culture and rewarding environment. Hybrid work model of Tues-Wed-Thurs onsite.
What- the Role:
- Supervise staff accountants and provide feedback through work reviews.
- Oversee accurate and timely recording of AP, expense, bank, and credit card transactions.
- Organize and schedule client AP, payroll, and remittance payments.
- Review and correct accounting/bookkeeping entries and bank/account reconciliations.
- Prepare and/or file GST and WCB returns.
- Review general ledgers and ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Prepare supporting schedules for financial disclosures (e.g., prepaid, accruals, AP, related party).
- Assist with financial analyses and respond to client queries.
- Support external audit/review processes.
- Help maintain a digital work environment and process client-scanned mail.
- Handle various accounting and client-related administrative and ad-hoc tasks.
Who – the Candidate:
- 3–5 years of full-cycle bookkeeping/accounting experience, including strong experience with Accounts Payable (AP).
- Hands-on experience with GST filings, and ideally payroll processing.
- Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, with experience in reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger reviews.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a strong command of English.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
- High aptitude for working with technology and digital tools — strong IT skills and adaptability in a digital workplace.
- Able to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team.
- Permanent residency or Canadian citizenship is required.
- Experience working with public companies and/or IFRS is a valuable asset.
- Experience collaborating with external auditors, senior leadership, or within a structured team environment is considered an asset.
- An accounting designation is considered an asset but not a requirement.
How Much:
$65,000-$80,000 commensurate with level of work experience, bonus, extended health, PD dues, 3 weeks vacation.
Where:
Vancouver BC.
When & How to Apply:
This search is moving very quickly, and interviews start immediately! Swim will be presenting short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. If you already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.