Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

At Beedie, we foster talent, encourage innovation, and reward success.

We're always looking for like-minded people to join our team and share our passion for doing the best work of our lives. Our approach is simple : we work hard, we have fun, and we make a difference.

And, we've been recognized as a top employer provincially and nationally. Our people are the heart and soul of our organization.

If you are passionate, hardworking, ambitious, and want to be part of a dynamic and growing company that will take your career forward, join us.

Position Overview

The Senior Accountant is responsible for corporate accounting, reporting, and business unit performance measurement for the group.

As Senior Accountant, you will provide oversight for corporate entities and coordinate the accounting and reporting from multiple operational accounting groups, AP, tax and treasury for the purpose of delivering both business unit specific and consolidated group financial reports.

Key Responsibilities

• General Accounting and Reporting :
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial reporting packages for individual entities, consolidated corporate groups, and strategic business units.
• Collaborate with the AP, payroll, tax, treasury, project and property management accounting groups to ensure the integrity and consistency of accounting records in accordance with GAAP and group reporting standards.
• Act as a team resource to resolve accounting questions and issues including identifying, researching, and coordinating implementation of complex or new GAAP accounting issues.
• Prepare complex journal entries and schedules for assigned entities and consolidated financial statements.
• Coordinate and follow all aspects of month-end close, quarter-end, and year-end activities to meet deadlines
• Review financial information for external investments
• Prepare annual audit information and supporting documents. Liaise with auditors.
• Review invoices, journal entries, and reports prepared by junior / intermediate accountants and AP staff for accuracy and follow up to resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Budgeting and Forecasting :
• Support the corporate budgeting and reforecasting processes
• Review and analyze financial and non-financial data for assigned overhead departments and assist with overhead analysis
• Assist with the corporate cash flow budgeting and forecasting process
• Other Duties
• Completion of accounting designation (CMA, CGA, CA, CPA) and university level education
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in either a full-cycle accounting environment or a public practice accounting firm
• Strong understanding of accounting standards (ASPE), experience with REALpac is an asset
• High level experience in computer skills : Microsoft Office, intermediate to advanced level skill using MS Excel
• Experience with Yardi and Caseware is an asset
• Effective problem solving, organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks as part of a team or independently
• Comfortable and confident in asking questions
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to contribute effectively within a team environment

$80,000 - $100,000 a year

The annual base pay range for this position will be based on the desired experience level for this role. Additionally, Beedie recognizes exceptional individual and team performance through our pay-for-performance bonus program.

Factors that contribute to pay decisions include : relevant business and candidate factors such as market location, education, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and organizational needs.

The base salary and bonus are just a few key components of the overall compensation at Beedie. We also provide generous learning and development support, comprehensive group health benefits, vacation, maternity leave top-up, RRSP matching, paid time for volunteering, and more...

We value your interest in Beedie. While we can only respond to shortlisted applicants, we will keep your information on file and consider you for future opportunities as they come available.