Senior Accountant

We are an innovative, Vancouver-based startup at the forefront of robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies. Backed by VC funding and we’ve been recognized with the 2025 Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Leadership Award, the AAM Supplier Excellence Innovation Award, and the 2024 BC Tech “Company of the Year – Growth”, we are on a mission to redefine the future of AI-driven robotic vision systems.

Apera AI helps manufacturers make their factories more flexible and productive. Robots enhanced with Apera’s software have 4D Vision – the ability to see and handle objects with human‑like capability. Challenging applications such as bin picking, sorting, packaging, and assembly are now open to fast, precise, and reliable automation. Apera is led by an experienced team from high‑growth companies focused on robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing.

We are looking for a high‑performing Senior Accountant who wants more than just a routine accounting role, someone excited to take ownership, drive improvements, and help build a best‑in‑class finance function within a fast‑growing SaaS company. If you're energized by ownership, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and want to help build a best‑in‑class finance function from the ground up, keep reading.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on accounting professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and wants to make a meaningful impact. You will play a key role in supporting core accounting operations, strengthening processes, and helping build a scalable finance function as the business continues to grow.

This role offers broad exposure across accounting and finance, including billing, accounts receivable, payroll, cash flow management, financial reporting, compliance, and process improvement. You will work closely with teams across the organization, partner with leadership, and contribute directly to the company’s continued success. This is an in‑person role that requires regular onsite collaboration with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced and innovative environment.

What You’ll Do
General Accounting & Close
Own month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close in Net Suite (including detailed analysis to budget)
Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis
Maintain the general ledger in compliance with GAAP (ASPE)
Support external audits, reviews, and tax filings
Maintain and document accounting policies, processes, and internal controls

New Customer Financial Setup (Hub Spot → Net Suite)
Set Up New Customers
Ensure new customers identified in Hub Spot approved and set up in Net Suite on a timely basis.
Review executed customer contracts for financial accuracy and revenue recognition implications

Set up new customers in Hub Spot, billing platforms, and Net Suite
Ensure proper revenue recognition treatment under ASPE
As needed, partner with Sales Ops / Rev Ops to resolve contract or data discrepancies before billing
Maintain accurate customer master data across Hub Spot and Net Suite

Billing, Accounts Receivable & Systems Integrations
Ensure accurate invoice creation, posting, and delivery
Manage the Net Suite AR subledger, including:
Invoicing
Cash application
Credits, refunds, and adjustments

Monitor AR aging, lead collections efforts, and follow up on overdue balances
Reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger monthly
Own and monitor integrations between Hub Spot, Customer Systems ex. Ariba and Net Suite
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve integration failures or data inconsistencies
Partner with systems and engineering teams to automate billing and AR workflows

Vendor Invoice Review & Payables Oversight
Review vendor invoices for accuracy, reasonability, and contract compliance
Ensure vendor charges align with approved contracts, pricing, and usage
Flag unusual or unexpected variances and follow up with vendors or internal stakeholders
Support AP processing and coding in Net Suite
Assist with vendor payment timing to support cash flow management

Supervision & Team Support
Be a team leader
Supervise and review work performed by part‑time data entry or transactional…