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Director of Accounting in Victoria, BC

Job Description:

Directors of accounting must possess strong communication, organizational, technology and leadership skills. Candidates usually have at least 10 years of experience, including previous management responsibility. They also should have comprehensive knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/or accounting standards for private enterprises (ASPE). Those with public accounting experience have an advantage. Businesses expect a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting but generally prefer applicants who also have earned a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or certification such as a chartered professional accountant (CPA) designation.

Typical director of accounting duties:

Developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures Planning, organizing and coordinating the year-end close process with internal and external auditors Ensuring successful completion of the company’s tax filings Preparing financial statements, including cash flow statements Planning, budgeting and authorizing expenditures Hiring, training and retaining competent accounting staff

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Salary for Director of Accounting in Victoria, BC

136010 - 183208

Low
136010
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
152758
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
183208
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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