<p>Robert Half is working with a growing business located in Downtown Vancouver to help identify a new Accounting Manager. Reporting to the Controller with dotted line reporting to the parent, investment company, the Accounting Manager will play a significant role in developing the scalability of the businesses finance functions while ensuring the day-to-day accounting is accurate and timely. The Accounting Manager will take ownership of the accounting function, spearheading the development of robust policies, procedures, and internal controls. The successful candidate will also manage and streamline the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key responsibilities would include:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Monthly management reporting for operational and executive leadership</li><li> Participation in budgeting and forecasting in partnership with the Controller</li><li>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, handling 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, with research, planning, and implementation, as required</li></ul>
<p>Our client is looking for an Accounts Payable Coordinator to join their accounting team located on the Vancouver/Burnaby border. Reporting to the VP of Finance you will oversee the full cycle of accounts payable processing for a variety of projects. The ideal candidate will have 2+ experience in a similar position and have excellent communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities;</strong></p><ul><li>Entering accounts payable invoices into the company ERP System</li><li>Maintaining the vendor management system</li><li>Vendor communication and relationship management</li><li>Conduct month end procedures including preparing payments and credit card reconciliations.</li><li>Monitoring and actioning the company accounting email</li><li>Maintaining an understanding of project timelines, updates and payments.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic VP of Finance and Operations to lead and optimize financial and operational functions within a growing food manufacturing organization. This is a remote role, with a preference to align with Pacific Standard Time, and must be held by a professional in Canada. The individual will be expected to Travel to Ontario from time to time. This is a long-term contract position offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to finance, supply chain, and manufacturing excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all finance operations, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance to ensure fiscal health and regulatory alignment.</p><p>• Lead system development and enhancements to improve financial and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Manage supply chain, manufacturing processes, and operational strategies to drive productivity and cost-effectiveness.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategic financial plans to align with organizational goals and objectives.</p><p>• Conduct financial planning and analysis (FP& A) to support business decision-making and growth initiatives.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to stakeholders, including performance reviews and forecasts.</p><p>• Identify and mitigate operational and financial risks to safeguard the company’s assets and reputation.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance overall operational performance.</p><p>• Monitor and evaluate manufacturing costs to maintain profitability within the production cycle.</p>
<p>This Burnaby based client are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to join their dynamic team. Overseeing the daily operation of the AR department and reporting directly into the Director of Finance you will be responsible for the following.</p><p><br></p><p>-Maintaining cash flow by ensuring accurate billing, efficient collections, and proactive resolution protocols across the team.</p><p>-Analyze AR processes, seeking out areas for improvement to optimize cashflow and overall workflow efficiency.</p><p>-Regular reporting on the AR function as a whole into senior management as well as interacting with other teams across the organization and externally communicating clients/customers.</p><p>-Lead cross-functional projects and initiatives focused on process improvement, automation, and scalability of AR operations.</p><p>-Enforce policies and procedures for the AR department, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.</p><p>-Support month-end and year-end closing processes by reconciling AR accounts and preparing necessary documentation.</p><p>-Working closely with each AR team member to provide mentorship and career development.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, located in North Vancouver, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to join our Finance team on a 12+ month contract to provide coverage during an extended leave. This role will oversee accounts payable operations, support month-end and year-end closing, and drive process improvements while maintaining strong financial controls.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise the daily operations of the Accounts Payable Department, ensuring policies and procedures are followed, deadlines are met, and financial accuracy is maintained.</li><li>Oversee vendor, supplier, and internal communications to resolve issues as they arise.</li><li>Support the Finance Team with workflow process improvements and participate in special projects.</li><li>Respond to information requests, conduct research, and interpret data for management.</li><li>Review and approve staff-prepared bank reconciliations and employee expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies.</li><li>Prepare monthly schedules and guide the AP team through month-end closing activities.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts (AP, AR, Inventory, Sales, Intercompany, etc.), investigating discrepancies as required.</li><li>Verify GST/PST calculations and assist with other state tax filings.</li><li>Develop reports, verify financial data, prepare/post journal entries, and reconcile accounts in ERP (Syspro).</li><li>Manage cash book journal entries, obtain monthly payment approvals, and resolve variances.</li><li>Assist external auditors by preparing and providing required documentation.</li><li>Perform additional related duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p><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 Director of Finance has become abundantly clear.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the CEO and Executive Management Committee, the Director 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><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Clerk to join our clients team in Abbotsford, British Columbia. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our accounts payable processes. This is a long-term contract position with opportunities to contribute to a dynamic and mission-driven non-profit organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process invoices, ensuring accurate data entry and proper account coding.</p><p>• Prepare payment runs, including checks and electronic transfers, in a timely manner.</p><p>• Review and verify accounts payable approvals to ensure compliance with policies.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and organized records of financial transactions.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors to resolve payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with basic financial reporting and other administrative tasks as needed.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to internal controls and organizational standards.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Senior Internal Auditor to join our team in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies while driving operational efficiency. This opportunity is ideal for someone with auditing experience, and while exposure to the construction industry would be an asset, it is not a requirement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive internal audits to assess compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.</p><p>• Review and analyze financial statements, records, and documentation to ensure accuracy and reliability.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate operational processes and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations for enhancing controls and processes.</p><p>• Monitor environmental compliance and adherence to regulations within construction projects.</p><p>• Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management frameworks and propose enhancements.</p><p>• Provide guidance on best practices for compliance within the construction industry.</p><p>• Engage with stakeholders to address audit findings and support the implementation of corrective actions.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in environmental regulations and their impact on ongoing and future projects.</p><p>• Contribute to the development of internal auditing standards and methodologies.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this role, you will play a key part in managing customer accounts, processing payments, and ensuring accurate financial records. This position offers an excellent opportunity to utilize your expertise in accounts receivable while contributing to the success of a dynamic retail organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and apply customer payments accurately and efficiently to maintain up-to-date account status.<br>• Reconcile cash receipts and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with the team to manage invoicing, collections, and customer account inquiries.<br>• Utilize accounting software and ERP systems to maintain and update financial records.<br>• Perform detailed data analysis and reporting using Excel to support financial operations.<br>• Communicate effectively with customers to address payment issues and ensure timely resolution.<br>• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts with attention to detail.<br>• Assist in streamlining accounts receivable processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Provide support for audits and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
