Senior Accountant
Top Benefits
About the role
Dilawri Overview
Join Canada’s Largest Automotive Group
If you are looking to grow your career with an organization driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation, Dilawri offers an environment where people are supported and empowered to succeed.
Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largest automotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operates over 80 franchised dealerships, representing more than 35 of the world’s most respected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, DC.
With a team of more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our values of Excellence, Leading, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving Back guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers and communities. Through the Dilawri Foundation, we are also committed to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Discover how you can build your career with Dilawri
Position Overview
Dilawri Group of Companiesis currently seeking aSenior Accountantto join our team. Reporting to the Controller/Accounting Manager, this role is responsible for full‑cycle accounting activities that support accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and efficient dealership operations. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in month-end processes, financial analysis, and supporting departmental leaders with timely and reliable financial information.
The expected annual salary for this position is $60,000.00 - $80,000.00.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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Perform full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
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Reconcile schedules, accounts, and bank statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
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Maintain general ledgers in accordance with established accounting standards.
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Prepare management information reports and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
-
Complete schedules and statement reconciliations as required.
-
Support and apply internal control practices, ensuring compliance across departments.
-
Conduct expense analysis to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies.
-
Recommend and implement improved internal control processes to enhance operational efficiency.
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Prepare GST and PST filings.
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Complete month-end close procedures and assist with quarterly and year‑end audit working papers.
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Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications Required
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Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience; experience in an automotive dealership environment is an asset.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
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Experience collaborating with department managers to enhance controls and manage expenses.
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Experience with CDK and One-Eighty is an asset.
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Legally entitled to work in Canada.
About Dilawri
In addition to working with and learning from a team of leading professionals in the automotive industry, our benefits include:
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Discounted employee vehicle purchase program
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Job-specific coaching & training programs
-
Comprehensive health & dental plans
-
Employee wellness & assistance programs
-
Employee social events
Build your career with a team that is driven by excellence, integrity and innovation.
Discover Dilawri.
About Dilawri Group of Companies
Privately owned and operated since 1985, today Dilawri continues to build on its history of excellence as Canada’s largest automotive group. The company's national network represents 38 of the world’s most beloved automotive brands at 83 franchised dealerships in Canada and the United States.
Dilawri is proud to offer exceptional products and customer service, delivered by our more than 3,000 employees. We are committed to leadership in the communities we serve as well as in business: since 2002, the Dilawri Foundation has contributed millions of dollars to a wide range of charitable causes.
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Senior Accountant
Top Benefits
About the role
Dilawri Overview
Join Canada’s Largest Automotive Group
If you are looking to grow your career with an organization driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation, Dilawri offers an environment where people are supported and empowered to succeed.
Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largest automotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operates over 80 franchised dealerships, representing more than 35 of the world’s most respected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, DC.
With a team of more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our values of Excellence, Leading, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving Back guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers and communities. Through the Dilawri Foundation, we are also committed to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Discover how you can build your career with Dilawri
Position Overview
Dilawri Group of Companiesis currently seeking aSenior Accountantto join our team. Reporting to the Controller/Accounting Manager, this role is responsible for full‑cycle accounting activities that support accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and efficient dealership operations. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in month-end processes, financial analysis, and supporting departmental leaders with timely and reliable financial information.
The expected annual salary for this position is $60,000.00 - $80,000.00.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
-
Perform full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
-
Reconcile schedules, accounts, and bank statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
-
Maintain general ledgers in accordance with established accounting standards.
-
Prepare management information reports and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
-
Complete schedules and statement reconciliations as required.
-
Support and apply internal control practices, ensuring compliance across departments.
-
Conduct expense analysis to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies.
-
Recommend and implement improved internal control processes to enhance operational efficiency.
-
Prepare GST and PST filings.
-
Complete month-end close procedures and assist with quarterly and year‑end audit working papers.
-
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications Required
-
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
-
Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience; experience in an automotive dealership environment is an asset.
-
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
-
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
-
Experience collaborating with department managers to enhance controls and manage expenses.
-
Experience with CDK and One-Eighty is an asset.
-
Legally entitled to work in Canada.
About Dilawri
In addition to working with and learning from a team of leading professionals in the automotive industry, our benefits include:
-
Discounted employee vehicle purchase program
-
Job-specific coaching & training programs
-
Comprehensive health & dental plans
-
Employee wellness & assistance programs
-
Employee social events
Build your career with a team that is driven by excellence, integrity and innovation.
Discover Dilawri.
About Dilawri Group of Companies
Privately owned and operated since 1985, today Dilawri continues to build on its history of excellence as Canada’s largest automotive group. The company's national network represents 38 of the world’s most beloved automotive brands at 83 franchised dealerships in Canada and the United States.
Dilawri is proud to offer exceptional products and customer service, delivered by our more than 3,000 employees. We are committed to leadership in the communities we serve as well as in business: since 2002, the Dilawri Foundation has contributed millions of dollars to a wide range of charitable causes.