Senior Accountant | Olympic International

Description:

Reports to:	Controller	Posting Date:	March 7, 2025
Salary:	$80,000 – $100,000	Work Location:	On-site
Job Type:	Full-time	Number of Open Positions:	1
Start Date:	March/April 2025	Application Deadline:	TBD

About Us:

Founded in 1963, Olympic International is Western Canada’s leading sales provider of HVAC equipment solutions. Headquartered in North Vancouver, we have grown from a manufacturer’s representative to the region’s foremost HVAC solutions provider, serving British Columbia and the Yukon. We specialize in meeting the HVAC equipment needs of building owners, mechanical contractors, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firms. Whether it is for industrial, commercial, or institutional applications, our extensive HVAC knowledge and technical expertise drive our commitment to excellence.

Role Overview:

The Senior Accountant is a key contributor to the financial management and integrity of our organization, managing complex accounting issues and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records. This role is crucial to maintaining the organization’s financial health, responsible for the preparation of internal and external financial statements, managing month-end and year-end closing processes (including preparing of working papers), and providing in-depth financial analysis. Collaboration with other finance team members is essential to ensure operational efficiency and accurate financial reporting across the organization.

The Senior Accountant will also ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. This role requires a high level of expertise in accounting principles and financial reporting, as well as the ability to provide training and support to colleagues without formal accounting training.

Responsibilities:

The following is a list of the essential duties and responsibilities of this role. The tasks and time spent performing each task may vary as business needs require. Olympic International maintains the right to modify job duties and responsibilities at its discretion. The range of specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Prepare financial analyses and reports.
Calculate and process commission payments.
Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
Oversee direct external assurance engagements to ensure compliance.
Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Liaise with the Project Analyst to improve project financial procedures.
Maintain the accounting system.
Maintain and monitor the effectiveness of internal controls.
Lead operational staff training efforts to improve the quality and flow of financial data.
Support junior staff as needed or assigned.
Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects and system optimization.
Perform additional assigned responsibilities as needed.

Skills and Competencies:

Required

Background in engineering or construction industry is an asset.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Very strong financial analysis skills.
Solid background in consolidation, budgeting, and forecasting.
Advanced proficiency in Excel.
Skilled in utilizing technology with a focus on its practical application, rather than deep technical expertise.
Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with Business Central is an asset.
Ability to train and manage staff.

Educational Requirements:

Education, Licenses and/or Certification, Experience Required

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
4+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting.

What the right candidate(s) can expect from us:

At Olympic International, we prioritize your professional development, collaboration, and provide recognition for your contributions, creating a rewarding and energizing workplace. Your success is our success, and we look forward to supporting your career journey.

Benefits:

Health, Vision, and Dental Care
Paid Time Off
Yearly Physical Health Benefit
Training & Development, and Mentoring/Coaching
Wellness resources (such as standing desks, ping-pong table, on-site kitchen)
Company Events (such as BBQ, End of the Year Party etc.)
Business Casual Dress Code

How to Apply:

Olympic International is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage interest from individuals belonging to equity-seeking groups. We invite interested candidates to submit their RESUME and COVER LETTER to: [email protected].

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