Senior Accountant - (26-013) External Closes Feb 25/26
Top Benefits
About the role
Company Description
The City of Campbell River is searching for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance Team in this permanent full-time position of 35 hours per week.
Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.
The role: Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant performs a variety of advanced accounting, budgeting and reporting functions. This position is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze complex financial information, prepares accurate and timely financial reports and statements, ensures appropriate accounting control procedures, and supervises the administration and delivery of several accounting functions. The Senior Accountant is responsible for supervising and directing the work of Accounting Clerk staff.
The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgement in planning and performing the work requiring the ability to meet tight deadlines and set priorities, conduct complex financial analysis and provide professional advice and guidance to the public, staff, management and Council.
What we offer: The rate of pay for this permanent full-time, CUPE bargaining unit position is $54.03 per hour, based on a 35-hour work week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes paid vacation, extended health, dental coverage, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage. This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements which may include one of the following: compressed work week, earned day off or varied hours. If you are looking for a dynamic working environment where you will be provided opportunities to continue to grow and learn new skills, then this is the right opportunity for you!
Qualifications
Education/Training
- Recognized Professional Accounting designation (CPA).
- Supervisory Skills or Leadership training.
Experience
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive and diversified accounting experience including exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable processes within the last ten (10) years.
- Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience in an accounting environment within the last five (5) years.
Preferred Criteria
- Municipal or public sector accounting experience.
- Experience with Tempest and Vadim software programs for municipalities.
Unusual Working Conditions
- Additional deadline pressure and heavy volume of work at various times**.**
- Dealing with difficult people.
Additional Information
Posting Date: February 3, 2026
Closing Date and Time: February 25, 2026
Posting Number: 26-013
Please Note: We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.
When you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.
Questions about this position? Email careers@campbellriver.ca
Senior Accountant - (26-013) External Closes Feb 25/26
Top Benefits
About the role
Company Description
The City of Campbell River is searching for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance Team in this permanent full-time position of 35 hours per week.
Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.
The role: Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant performs a variety of advanced accounting, budgeting and reporting functions. This position is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze complex financial information, prepares accurate and timely financial reports and statements, ensures appropriate accounting control procedures, and supervises the administration and delivery of several accounting functions. The Senior Accountant is responsible for supervising and directing the work of Accounting Clerk staff.
The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgement in planning and performing the work requiring the ability to meet tight deadlines and set priorities, conduct complex financial analysis and provide professional advice and guidance to the public, staff, management and Council.
What we offer: The rate of pay for this permanent full-time, CUPE bargaining unit position is $54.03 per hour, based on a 35-hour work week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes paid vacation, extended health, dental coverage, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage. This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements which may include one of the following: compressed work week, earned day off or varied hours. If you are looking for a dynamic working environment where you will be provided opportunities to continue to grow and learn new skills, then this is the right opportunity for you!
Qualifications
Education/Training
- Recognized Professional Accounting designation (CPA).
- Supervisory Skills or Leadership training.
Experience
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive and diversified accounting experience including exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable processes within the last ten (10) years.
- Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience in an accounting environment within the last five (5) years.
Preferred Criteria
- Municipal or public sector accounting experience.
- Experience with Tempest and Vadim software programs for municipalities.
Unusual Working Conditions
- Additional deadline pressure and heavy volume of work at various times**.**
- Dealing with difficult people.
Additional Information
Posting Date: February 3, 2026
Closing Date and Time: February 25, 2026
Posting Number: 26-013
Please Note: We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.
When you apply: You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.
Questions about this position? Email careers@campbellriver.ca