<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half Executive Search is supporting the BC Chamber of Commerce in their search for a new President & CEO. This position is the strategic and operational leader of the Chamber, responsible for driving advocacy, business development, program delivery, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement, while managing a lean, high-performing team. This role offers a unique leadership opportunity to align with the 2022–2024 Strategic Framework focused on Engage, Connect, and Evolve, while shaping the Chamber’s 2025–2027 strategy to enhance its influence and value to members. The ideal candidate is a connector and influencer, skilled at navigating government, business, and media environments while fostering stakeholder relationships and ensuring financial oversight.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>1. Strategic Leadership & Business Development</strong></p><ul><li>Transition from the 2022–2024 Strategic Framework to the 2025–2027 strategy, aligning with BC’s business community needs.</li><li>Develop and execute strategies for membership growth, sponsorship acquisition, and diversified revenue.</li><li>Foster an agile and high-performance culture in a lean team structure.</li><li>Ensure clear communication with the Board and provide strategic insights, financial updates, and operational reports.</li><li>Build relationships with business leaders, government officials, and strategic partners.</li></ul><p><strong>2. Advocacy & Public Policy Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Strengthen government relations and deepen influence with policymakers, stakeholders, and economic organizations.</li><li>Guide the Policy Review Committee, supporting impactful business-driven policy recommendations and communication with decision-makers.</li><li>Expand grassroots policy engagement to better reflect member priorities.</li></ul><p><strong>3. Operational & Financial Management</strong></p><ul><li>Delegate administrative functions to remain focused on strategic initiatives.</li><li>Oversee financial and risk management, budgeting, and cash flow to ensure sustainability.</li><li>Enhance internal processes, member engagement, and technology integration alongside the Operations Administrator.</li><li>Work with the social media strategist to boost the Chamber’s online presence.</li><li>Continuously improve governance and operational practices.</li></ul><p><strong>4. Communications & Public Engagement</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the Chamber’s primary spokesperson, strengthening its public and media presence.</li><li>Respond authentically to media inquiries and ensure advocacy aligns with business priorities.</li><li>Engage in public forums and thought leadership opportunities to elevate the Chamber’s influence.</li><li>Position the Chamber as a trusted resource for business insights, advocacy, and member connections.</li></ul>
<p>About the Opportunity</p><p>We are partnering with a well-established nonprofit foundation focused on advancing community-impact initiatives through healthcare, research, and philanthropy. They are seeking a <strong>Finance Officer</strong> to join their team on a two-year contract. This is a great opportunity for a CPA-designated professional with nonprofit or public sector experience to contribute to meaningful work while strengthening their financial reporting and grant management expertise.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Grant Management Support</strong></p><ul><li>Support the full <strong>grant lifecycle</strong> — from pre-award review to post-award reporting and disbursement.</li><li>Interpret and apply funding agency guidelines, allowable expenditures, and reporting obligations.</li><li>Review and approve grant disbursements and ensure timely communication of reporting requirements and project progress.</li><li>Prepare and review financial and activity reports in collaboration with internal teams and grant holders.</li><li>Respond to financial reporting inquiries from granting agencies and coordinate stewardship reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate tracking of grant activities, including applications, disbursements, reporting schedules, and payments.</li></ul><p><strong>Finance & Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly <strong>journal entries</strong>, <strong>bank reconciliations</strong>, and <strong>balance sheet reconciliations</strong>.</li><li>Process weekly donation transactions and complete monthly donation reconciliations.</li><li>Support biweekly disbursement runs and liaise with Accounts Payable for payment processing.</li><li>Monitor and manage corporate credit card accounts, including credit limit adjustments and card issuance.</li><li>Assist with <strong>PST and GST filings</strong>, <strong>quarterly financial reporting</strong>, and preparation of <strong>audit working papers</strong>.</li><li>Provide financial data and reporting to fund signatories and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Support financial reporting for charitable gaming and raffles in compliance with provincial regulations.</li><li>Contribute to monthly financial reporting packages and fund balance updates.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p>We are supporting a high-growth, innovative company in the cleantech space with the search for a Controller. Reporting to the Director, Finance, and located in Richmond, this is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven organization at a pivotal stage of growth and contribute to the advancement of groundbreaking technology. The Controller will oversee financial operations, reporting, and planning, while leading a small accounting team. This role blends technical accounting with FP& A, offering the opportunity to build strong internal controls, improve reporting processes, and provide strategic insights to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities </strong>will include but not be limited to<strong>:</strong></p><p>- Lead monthly/annual close, financial reporting, audits, and compliance</p><p>- Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting support, and scenario analysis</p><p>- Assist in the development of business models and processes to support short- and long-term financial models</p><p>- Oversee tax filings across multiple jurisdictions with external advisors</p><p>- Provide financial insights and analysis to senior leadership and the Board</p><p>- Mentor and develop a small accounting team</p><p>- Enhance ERP (NetSuite) and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)</p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Ready to take ownership and make your mark?</strong></p><p> Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic, fast-growing company in Downtown Vancouver that’s looking for an <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to help elevate its finance function. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to build scalable systems and processes, enhance internal controls, and bring structure to a growing operation—all while ensuring day-to-day accounting runs smoothly. You’ll lead the month-end close and play a key role in shaping how the company approaches financial reporting as it continues to expand. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a growing business and wants to influence how things are done.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Prepare monthly management reports for operational and executive leadership</li><li>Participate in budgeting and forecasting in partnership with the Controller</li><li>Perform ad hoc financial and variance analysis</li><li>Build and implement accounting policies and standards to ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements</li><li>Design and implement effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Evaluate existing accounting processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and scalability</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison for external audits, managing documentation and addressing auditor requests</li><li>Provide leadership and guidance to junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and maintaining a high-performance team</li><li>Support Finance Department initiatives—such as software and systems implementation, and other departmental or firm-wide improvements—through research, planning, and execution</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Corporate Controller</p><p>Location: Vancouver, BC (hybrid option available)</p><p>Industry: Publicly Listed Company</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a publicly traded organization with a strong growth trajectory, is seeking a Corporate Controller to join their finance leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, audit-focused environment and enjoys leading a small team while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Oversee the preparation and review of monthly and quarterly financial working papers for approximately 10 legal entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with USGAAP and company policies.</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of three intermediate accountants, providing guidance across areas such as bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, tax compliance (including mid-month withholding tax), credit card reconciliations, and other ad-hoc projects.</li><li>Take ownership of balance sheet reviews, ensuring integrity and completeness across all entities.</li><li>Support income tax compliance and assist with coordinating external tax filings and related schedules.</li><li>Manage the internal audit process and liaise with external auditors during the annual audit cycle.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement through systems migrations and process enhancements, ensuring accounting systems and internal controls are up to date and efficient.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to support business initiatives, system changes, and reporting improvements.</li></ul>
<p><strong>About our client: </strong>A high-growth SaaS company dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions that empower their clients to achieve more. As they continue scaling, they are seeking a dynamic Vice President of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership and operational excellence across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Overview: </strong>The VP of Finance will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, directly partnering with the CEO to drive financial strategy, discipline, and insight across the business. This individual will oversee FP& A, operational accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and audits while ensuring alignment with IFRS standards. The ideal candidate brings proven experience leading finance functions in a fast-paced SaaS or technology environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and scale the FP& A function, including budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis, and long-term planning.</li><li>Oversee all operational accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of financial processes.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with IFRS.</li><li>Manage external audits and maintain strong internal controls and compliance frameworks.</li><li>Act as a trusted business partner to the CEO and leadership team, providing financial insights and strategic guidance to support decision-making and growth initiatives.</li><li>Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team to support the company’s scaling ambitions.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, sales, and product teams to optimize business performance.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a Director of Community Infrastructure to oversee, plan, and manage all aspects of housing, public works, and emergency management with a First Nation. The successful candidate will report directly to the Chief Administrative Officer and play a critical role in advancing the Nation's strategic goals, including community development and infrastructure enhancement.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and manage infrastructure projects, including housing, public works, and emergency services.</p><p>• Develop operational systems to ensure the quality, budgeting, and timeliness of infrastructure projects.</p><p>• Participate in strategic planning sessions as part of the senior management team.</p><p>• Conduct community land use planning and draft work plans for new projects.</p><p>• Prepare bids, review applications, and manage contracts and MOUs.</p><p>• Identify structural and health & safety concerns and recommend solutions.</p><p>• Research funding opportunities and develop proposals.</p><p>• Coordinate staff and community training programs related to housing and infrastructure.</p><p>• Communicate with external stakeholders such as government bodies and financial agencies.</p><p>• Monitor budgets and prepare detailed reports.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a well-established organization in Coquitlam, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Supervisor to oversee daily accounting functions and ensure accurate financial reporting. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role combines hands-on accounting work with some supervisory responsibilities. The Accounting Supervisor will manage core financial processes and provide insights that support broader business initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle accounting activities, including month-end and year-end close</li><li>Prepare and review job costing reports, ensuring accuracy of inventory, WIP, and completed jobs accounts</li><li>Analyze budget-to-actual results and investigate variances</li><li>Provide financial reporting and cost analysis to support management decisions</li><li>Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Track and manage fixed assets, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules</li><li>Coordinate with head office on consolidations for multiple entities</li><li>Prepare financial statements and management reports</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and internal controls</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors at year-end</li><li>Provide guidance and support to accounting staff when required</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>One British Columbia’s most defining assets are its trees. Towering Cedars and Douglas Firs, hearty pines, spruce, and Larch. The trees and forests of British Columbia have helped define our province and shape our daily lives. The health of our trees and forests is vital to BC’s ecosystem and our economy; our client, a thriving business in BC’s Forestry / Silviculture Industry, is dedicated to tending our forests and helping them continue to thrive.</p><p><br></p><p>Based out of East Vancouver, this organization’s roots lay in tree planting. From there, they have diversified to include many aspects of the silviculture value chain, including reforestation, ecosystem analysis, surveying, and First Nations consultation and partnerships. As the business continues to grow, adapt, and take on new partnerships, the need for a sophisticated and thoughtful Head of Finance has become abundantly clear.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the CEO and Executive Management Committee, the Head of Finance will play a significant and strategic role in developing processes and procedures that allow the business to continue to scale and building management reporting and KPIs to assist in strategic decision making, while ensuring the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting is accurate, timely, and meaningful.</p><p><br></p><p>Key responsibilities would include:</p><p>- Oversight and functioning of the accounting department from accounts payable to the production of financial statements and management reporting</p><p>- Prepare cash-flow reports and projections</p><p>- Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies</p><p>- Manage the production of, and monthly monitoring of, the annual budgets and forecasts</p><p>- Work closely with the executive team and operational leaders to ensure efficient and successful organization-wide operations</p><p>- Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and stakeholders</p><p>- Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems upgrades and other departmental or organization-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Vancouver, British Columbia. This 3 month contract position offers an excellent opportunity to oversee comprehensive accounting processes and contribute to financial reporting and compliance efforts. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills and the ability to collaborate across multiple entities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and reports to support informed business decisions.</p><p>• Record accurate journal entries in NetSuite to maintain up-to-date financial records.</p><p>• Handle Canadian and U.S. sales and use tax filings, ensuring compliance with local regulations.</p><p>• Manage financial data across multiple entities, including recording transactions and generating related reports.</p><p>• Support the consolidation of financial information across entities for unified reporting.</p><p>• Oversee intercompany transactions by recording, reconciling, and monitoring data to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct variance analyses to identify discrepancies and draft commentary on findings.</p><p>• Collaborate with the FP& A team to align accounting processes with broader financial planning strategies.</p>