Senior Accountant

Miles HR has a minimum four month contractopportunity for a Senior Account to join this successful, fast growing and well established company that is leading the digital modernization oftheir industry. This role will be suited to the Senior Accountant who adopts anownership mindset and takes initiative and responsibilitybeyond the execution of assigned tasks and duties. The ideal candidate is collaborative, adaptableand solutions oriented and enjoys working on automation projects. About The Role: Provide daily mentorship and coaching to the accounting team Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting packages for presentation to the senior leadership team Liaise with Financial Planning and Analysis on forecast variances and perform variance analysis with a focus on payroll accounts as required Review working papers, prepare and approve journal entry submissions at month-end closing Ensure accounting policies and procedures adhere to US GAAP Contribute to the completion of accurate and timely monthly comparative financial statements Prepare working papers for audits, liaise with external auditors Review and maintain intercompany transactions and reconcile intercompany balances Assist in building out internal control processes including documentation, providing guidance/discussion with other departments and liaising with external consultants as required Participate and initiate automation projects About You Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Public Company or big 4 accounting firms 2 years of Senior Accountant experience in industry or manager experience at a big 4 accounting firm Strong working knowledge of financial statement preparation, US GAAP, IFRS, SOX Experience withERP systems Manufacturing and inventory experience is an asset Strong written communication with respect to reporting Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines. Analytical skills with an attention to detail to research and resolve issues Strong computer and reporting skills with an advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word Demonstrated initiative in recognizing efficiencies and implementing process improvement initiatives Proven ability to both lead and work within a team environment This is a hybrid work from Vancouver office 3 days a week/2 days a week from home. Ambitious, friendly, driven team who are collaborative problem solvers. This is a four month contract that starts right away.