Skills

Communication Leadership VBA Salesforce SAP Accounting Recruitment

Job Specifications

Altis Recruitment is grateful to partner with one of our public sector clients in search of a Senior Accountant (CPA) to provide operational accounting support. This role will help maintain continuity, execute routine and complex accounting tasks, and support year-end activities.

The successful candidate will work remotely in Canada and handle technical accounting, journal entry review, reporting, and audit support.

Key Responsibilities

Perform and review journal entries, reconciliations, and routine financial reporting
Support month-end and year-end close processes (major close March 31, with required overtime during the April 4–5 weekend)
Prepare technical accounting documentation, including memos and standards interpretations
Conduct complex financial analyses and operational reporting using large datasets
Review and provide constructive feedback on the work of other accountants and technicians
Assist with process improvements, automation, and efficiencies
Work extensively in Excel, including use of macros, automation, and potentially VBA
Support master data maintenance in SAP, as applicable
Participate in secondary audit activities and provide supporting documentation
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across finance and operations

Required Qualifications

CPA designation required
Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience
Public practice experience is considered an asset
Strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles and their practical application
Advanced Excel skills, including work with large datasets, macros, and automation
Experience reviewing others’ work and giving constructive, respectful feedback
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage competing deadlines, and maintain accuracy
Must reside in British Columbia and work PST hours
Must have own computer and be able to obtain a Gaming Policy Enforcement License (required to start)
Experience with SAP, Blackline, Workiva, Salesforce, SuccessFactors, and IntroLot

Assets

Background in public practice, particularly year-end work
Experience providing informal leadership or mentoring
Experience with VBA or other automation tools
Strong relationship-building skills in a remote environment

About the Company

Altis Recruitment is a recognized leader in the delivery of recruitment and staffing services across Canada. We place qualified job seekers in temporary, contract and permanent positions within Finance and Accounting, Construction, Property Management, Administrative Support, Human Resources, Communications, Medical/Health Professionals and Information Technology, among others. Know more