Senior Accountant

The Impact the Contract, Senior Accountant can make:

The Contract, Senior Accountant will support Covenant House Vancouver’s accounting operations, with a primary focus on payroll. Responsibilities include reviewing and processing payroll transactions, performing month-end payroll reconciliations, and preparing regular payroll reports. This role also provides financial support to the Manager, Payroll and Grant Reporting and Director of Finance during the annual budget process, year-end audit, and the implementation and optimization of the Workday payroll system.

This position is offered as a fixed-term contract for a duration of 18 months from the date of signing.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to improving processes and enhancing operational efficiency.

• Manage day-to-day payroll inquiries to support operational needs
• Perform month end tasks, including bank and revenue reconciliations etc.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and monitor budget variances
• Support the payroll system database admin, and be an internal expert to identify solutions or make recommendations
• Support the development and maintenance of Workday reporting to ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Support year end audit including payroll related reconciliation and reporting
• Assist with the annual budgeting process, including gathering and validating inputs from department managers
• Analyze financial data and prepare monthly reports, including variance analysis
• Prepare regulatory filings (e.g., WCB, EHT, government reporting, and affiliate reports)
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, internal controls, and professional standards
• Maintain compliance with CRA requirements and safeguard the organization’s charitable status
• Act as backup to the Manager, Payroll & Grant Reporting, including preparing financial and regulatory reports

This position has the opportunity to work a 9-day fortnight schedule most months of the year, where you’ll work longer days for 9 days and earn every other Friday off.

The successful candidate can expect a starting annual salary of between $59,914.40 and $74,893.00 depending on factors such as internal equity, experience, competencies, and education.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• CPA designation in good standing is an asset
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably within a not-for-profit environment
• Experience with Workday, Netsuite and ADP is an asset

Competencies:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptable, with a willingness to learn and embrace change
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams and outlook