Senior Accountant (18 month contract)

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You will be a key member of the accounting team, providing full cycle accounting across our many North American entities. You will be responsible for performing the month end closing process in a timely manner. You will prepare and review monthly variance analysis for financial statements, account reconciliations, reporting for the global consolidation team and schedules and analysis for accounts receivable. You will provide advice and guidance to the rest of the team, and be a go to person for accounting knowledge and best practices. The Senior Accountant is designated (CPA or equivalent), has at least five years experience in a sizeable and complex corporation and will be primarily responsible for the financial accounting of our North American entities. The Senior Accountant will ensure the highest level of integrity and compliance to all jurisdictional, regulatory and US GAAP requirements. In this role, you will Ensure timely and effective support to all departments/field offices relative to accounting, analysis and controls Month end closing process - preparing, reviewing, and posting general journal entries Co-ordinate and liaise with intercompany entities including intercompany statement issuance and issue resolution Prepare/Review monthly schedules and analysis for accounts receivable/AFDA Prepare/Review monthly variance analysis on financial statements Prepare/Review monthly and quarterly account reconciliations Prepare/Review various monthly and quarterly reports due to the Global consolidation team Prepare/Review schedules and analysis for deferred rent and demised premises Assist in the coordination of the half-year, interim, SOX, and year-end audits Support income as well as indirect tax filings by providing statutory financial information Assist in the completion of the US Census reports Research and make recommendations based on US GAAP when required Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and intermediate accountants Coordinate and prepare audit files Coordinate and lead accounting related projects/initiatives What you bring CPA designation or equivalent required 5+ years financial accounting experience 2+ years at a Senior Accountant level Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (ideally US GAAP) Experience in a multi-divisional international environment Accounting experience in a public company is an asset Displays service excellence in dealing with internal and external stakeholders (clients, partners & affiliates) Strong aptitude for streamlining and improving processes Effectively communicates with colleagues in a multicultural, multinational environment. Pursuant to local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information: Area / Location Specific: Vancouver, BC Approximate Compensation for this Role: $86,609 - $95,000 per annum Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire compensation. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. #LI-AS1 #LI-Hybrid

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Accelerate your success at Colliers. Why Colliers? As one of Canada's leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities. A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don't just take our word for it - we've been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others. **This is a hybrid, 18 month contract based out of our Vancouver, BC office.**

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