Senior Accountant (CPA)

Job summary

The Senior Accountant provides oversight of accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and audit functions while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. They collaborate with leadership to develop financial plans and manage day-to-day accounting tasks including payroll and cash flow monitoring.

Job details

Who We Are The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is located in the beautiful Fraser Valley, close to nature and city, with many opportunities for outdoor and leisure activities. We acknowledge that we provide our services on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō and Nlaka’pamux peoples. We are a community-based organization providing innovative, strength based, family centered services to children and youth with support needs, and their families. Our work focuses on child development – supporting, advocating, and empowering children and families. Services are delivered in a culture of excellence, diversity, and respect, with a focus on positive outcomes for each child, their families, our staff, and our community. We believe in “Helping Kids Shine”. We are dedicated to strengthening the well-being, growth and participation of children, youth and their families through innovative evidence-based child development services. The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is a flexible, supportive employer that invests in the mental health, wellbeing, and professional development of their staff. FVCDC envisions a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. About the Opportunity Reporting to the Interim Central Finance & Operations Officer, the Senior Accountant provides senior-level oversight of FVCDC’s accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, audit, payroll, and financial compliance functions. The role works closely with the Interim Central Finance & Operations Officer organizational leaders, finance staff, auditors, and funding partners to ensure accurate financial information, effective controls, and compliance with funding and regulatory requirements. Position Type: Temporary medical leave coverage until September 30, 2027, with the term ending earlier or being extended based on the incumbent’s return-to-work date. Classification: Excluded FTE: 0.6-0.8 FTE, with flexibility based on organizational requirements. Key Responsibilities Collaborates with the CEO and Interim Central Finance & Operations Officer to develop annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans, and supports operational leaders in monitoring budgets, reviewing variances and identifying necessary adjustments. Prepares financial statements and management reports, analyzes financial results and budget variances, and presents financial reports to the Board monthly and as required. Ensures financial reporting and other financial obligations under government funding agreements and grants are completed accurately and on time, including MCFD reporting and financial information required for grant applications. Completes and supports as required with month-end and year-end accounting, including reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial controls. Coordinates the annual audit, including preparation of working papers, draft financial statements, and required statutory and regulatory financial filings. Maintains and improves accounting systems, financial policies, procedures, internal controls, and reporting processes. Support accounting, payroll and benefits administration, including providing payroll coverage during the absence of the Payroll Administrator or Accounting Administrator. Monitors cash flow, bank accounts, banking transactions, and related financial activities. Oversees the financial administration and reporting of designated and program funds, including the Family Emergency Fund. Coordinates FVCDC’s insurance portfolio and provides financial review and advice on contracts and other business agreements. Performs other related senior accounting and financial duties as required. Qualifications & Experience Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing. Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including financial reporting, budgeting, audit preparation, and financial analysis. Experience in a non-profit, public sector, health, social services, or government-funded environment is preferred. Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards applicable to not-for-profit organizations is preferred. Skills & Competencies Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, adapt to changing priorities, demonstrate flexibility, and meet deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present and explain financial information to non-financial leaders and Board members. Sound professional judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality. Why Join FVCDC? At FVCDC, you'll become part of a collaborative team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. We offer: Extended Health, Dental and Vision benefits Municipal Pension Plan Health Spending Account Paid Winter Holidays Employee Assistance Program Paid vacation, sick leave and special leave provisions Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment Flexible work practices Employer-provided laptop and work cell phone Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement (if applicable) Free on-site parking Background and Criminal Record Checks As part of our hiring process, the successful candidate will be required to complete satisfactory background checks, including a criminal record check, as applicable to the position. Disclaimer: Please directly apply to career opportunities at the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCDC) on our careers page to make sure your application reaches the Hiring Manager. Any job Postings which are not posted on FVCDC career page are not legitimate job opportunities posted by FVCDC. Please note that FVCDC never requests your SIN number and any personal details prior to the onboarding process.

What you’ll do

The Senior Accountant provides oversight of accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and audit functions while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. They collaborate with leadership to develop financial plans and manage day-to-day accounting tasks including payroll and cash flow monitoring.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and possess at least five years of progressively responsible accounting experience. A degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is required, along with proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

• Extended health benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Municipal pension plan • Health spending account • Paid winter holidays • Employee assistance program • Paid vacation • Sick leave • Special leave provisions • Professional development • Flexible work practices

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial reporting
• Budgeting
• Audit preparation
• Financial analysis
• Payroll administration
• Accounting software
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial controls
• Cash flow monitoring
• Regulatory compliance
• General ledger
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Reconciliations
• Journal entries
• Contract review
• Year-End Accounting
• Grant Applications
• Financial Controls
• Management Reporting
• Financial Policy
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Reporting Processes
• Organizational Leadership
• Advocacy
• Leisure And Recreation
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting
• Standard Accounting Practices
• Accounting Software
• Accounting Systems
• Auditing
• Mental Health
• Benefits Administration
• Business Administration
• Internal Controls
• Social Work
• Child Development
• Confidentiality
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Finance
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Statements
• Forecasting
• General Ledger
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Leadership Studies
• Operations

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Social Services
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Certified Public Accountant
• Accountant (General)
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors