Senior Accountant

Vancouver, BC
Hybrid
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$100,000–$120,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Manage day-to-day accounting for the Canadian and US entities, including budgeting and forecasting, reporting, month-end close, payroll, receivables and payables, cash management, and tax compliance. Coordinate cross-border accounting and consolidation inputs, maintain internal controls and contract records, and support group finance projects with the Australian finance team.

Job details

Own the day-to-day accounting for our Canadian and US entities Receive a competitive $100K-$120K base salary plus additional benefits Use AI-powered tools and your Excel expertise to sharpen budgets and forecasts from our beautiful office in downtown Vancouver, BC About Scout Talent Group At Scout Talent Group, we strive to be the place that sets employers and candidates on the right path to an effective recruitment experience. In an evolving talent market, organizations that recruit the best people are the ones that succeed and outperform their competitors. This belief has guided us for more than 20 years in our mission to empower organizations by optimizing their recruitment strategy. We have served thousands of happy clients, delivering innovative talent acquisition SaaS products and complementary recruitment solutions to improve how they attract and hire their biggest asset: their people. Scout is a simple, buildable, and powerful suite of products that work in harmony together to enhance the recruitment process. With clients across Australia, Canada, and the US, we're a fast-growing recruitment technology company on a path for rapid expansion into the USA, and we're only just getting started! About this Opportunity Stepping into the role of Senior Accountant at Scout Talent in Vancouver, BC, on a hybrid work arrangement, you'll own the accounting for our North American business across both our Canadian and US entities. You'll work closely with our finance team in Brisbane, Australia, and our North American General Manager. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Budgeting & Forecasting: Building and maintaining annual budgets and rolling forecasts, using AI tools to speed up modelling, test scenarios, and improve accuracy Reporting & Analysis: Preparing monthly management reports and operational KPIs, and turning historical financial data into insight that supports planning and new business opportunities Cross-Border Accounting: Managing the books for our Canadian and US entities, including foreign exchange, and preparing consolidation inputs to support group intercompany reconciliation and consolidation Month-End & Operations: Owning month-end close, payroll, accounts receivable and payable cycles, and internal controls for all accounting processes (all invoicing is done in Manila) Accounts Receivable, Payable & Contracts: Managing receivables and collections, supplier payments, and customer contract records and billing terms Cash Management: Monitoring cash flow, overseeing our online banking system and credit card procedures, and completing monthly bank reconciliations Tax & Compliance: Calculating and filing tax and other returns in both Canada and the US, and supporting annual insurance renewals Supporting group finance projects and reporting with the AU finance team Who Are We Looking For? The ideal candidate will bring a blend of experience, ambition, and intricate attention to detail. Key requirements include: A CPA designation and a robust accounting and payroll background At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience Proven experience using AI to complete budgets and forecasts (e.g. Claude with Excel or similar tools), with clear examples of how it improved speed, accuracy, or decision-making Cross-border experience managing both Canadian and US entities, including tax and payroll compliance in both countries, intercompany transactions, and multi-currency consolidation Mastery of Excel, with the ability to analyze, visualize, and interpret financial data Familiarity with Salesforce, Xero, Payworks, or related financial software Stellar interpersonal skills for working with global teams and leaders The Benefits As a valued member of the team, you will be rewarded with a $100K-$120K annual base salary, evaluated on skills and experience, along with benefits including: A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and more Life and Long-term Disability Insurance Support from other global finance team members Quarterly staff awards nights, parties, and celebrations of achievements. Past events have included painting classes, bowling, and renting out a boat! The opportunity to attend the annual Global Gathering. In the past, we've been to Vegas, Singapore, Cancun, Paris, Hawaii, and most recently Hong Kong, to name a few RRSP matching Complimentary gym access, beverages, and snacks in the downtown Vancouver, BC office A culture of employee recognition and collaboration Dive into a role where each day is a fresh challenge, surrounded by a passionate team that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the sheer joy of their profession. Don't just witness Scout Talent's growth. Be a part of it and APPLY NOW!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a CPA designation, at least five years of progressive accounting experience, and a strong accounting and payroll background. They also need demonstrated AI-assisted budgeting and forecasting experience, Canadian and US cross-border accounting and compliance expertise, advanced Excel skills, familiarity with relevant financial software, and strong interpersonal skills.