Senior Financial Accountant

The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a vision that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision, then please apply.

Overview

The Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for full life-cycle accounting, guiding and supporting clients with the financial requirements, financial systems and reporting.

Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare and review complex journal entries, account reconciliations, working papers, and financial analyses.
• Lead and coordinate assigned components of the annual financial statement preparation process, including supporting schedules, note disclosures, and audit working papers.
• Support the preparation of statutory and management financial reports, including year-end, quarterly and monthly reporting.
• Research, interpret, and apply Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and relevant municipal finance requirements.
• Analyze financial data and provide advice on accounting treatment, reporting implications, and internal control considerations.
• Assist with the annual external audit process, including responding to audit inquiries and coordinating documentation requests.
• Review general ledger activity and investigate variances, discrepancies, and unusual transactions.
• Support capital, reserve, tangible capital asset, and other specialized accounting areas as assigned.
• Contribute to the development, documentation, and improvement of financial reporting procedures and business processes.
• Provide technical guidance and support to finance staff and internal departments on accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Participate in corporate and departmental projects related to financial systems, reporting improvements, and policy implementation.
• Ensure compliance with City policies, internal controls, and applicable legislation and standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting practices, and internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards; municipal accounting experience is highly desirable.
• Sound understanding of financial statement preparation, audit support, account analysis, and reconciliations.
• Ability to interpret legislation, accounting standards, policies, and procedures, and apply them in a municipal context.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines, especially during year-end and audit periods.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly to non-financial audiences.
• Strong sense of professionalism and demonstrates good judgement, especially pertaining to confidential matters.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with enterprise financial systems and reporting tools.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook and Word).

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years directly related experience.
• Chartered Professional Accountant Designation (CPA)

Working Conditions:

This job is generally performed in an office environment.

Additional Information:

Employee Group:

CUPE Local 718

Position Status:

Regular Full-Time

Duration of Appointment:

n/a

Salary Range:

$50.92 - $60.12/hr

Hours of Work:

Monday - Friday, 8:15am-5:00pm.
Compressed work week schedule.

Application Posted:

5/5/26

External Closing Date:

5/25/26

PCC#:

36