Accountant Jobs in British Columbia

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Property Accountant

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 15 hours ago

A Property Accountant is needed to accommodate the rapid growth and oncoming new business....

Dealership Accountant (Langley/Surrey)

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 1 day ago

As an Accountant at Go Auto, you will play a pivotal role in our financial operations....

Project Accountant

  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 8 days ago
  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 8 days ago

Primary Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia Job: Project Accountant Requisition : 8517...

Project Accountant

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 19 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 19 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking a Project Accountant to join our team....

Senior Accountant

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 22 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 22 days ago

entries and account balance reconciliations Support budgeting and forecasting for new projects and acquisitions Project Accounting: Develop and update cashflow forecasts for ongoing projects, adjusting...

Tax Accountant

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 22 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 22 days ago

They are looking for a Tax Accountant with strong attention to detail and a solid foundation in accounting principles....

Project Accountant - Aviation (Permanent)

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 27 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 27 days ago

Project Accountant - Aviation (Permanent) Ottawa, ON, Victoria, BC, Vancouver, BC or Winnipeg, MB Expected Salary: $65,514 to $98,271 Underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, asset...

Financial Accountant

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 30+ days ago

Perform accounting for areas such as borrowings, investments, derivatives, accruals, prepaid expenses, elimination entries, intercompany transactions, FX translation, and other required entries and/...

Senior Accountant & System Lead, Inventory Accounting (9 Month Contract)

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 45+ days ago

A about the team This is a contract role for a Senior Accountant & System Lead role on the Inventory Accounting team in Vancouver, BC. The location of this role is at the SSC in Vancouver....

Pulp Accountant

  • Quesnel, BC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Quesnel, BC
  • 60+ days ago

You'll Do: Preparation and processing of various month-end duties, including journal entries, financial statement package, related mandatory reporting and general ledger reconciliations Coordination...

Accountant - Contractual (Fixed Term)

  • Richmond, BC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, BC
  • 60+ days ago

Prepare and enter journal entries in JDE as required. Perform daily reconciliation of company bank accounts....

Senior Accountant

  • Kelowna, BC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kelowna, BC
  • 60+ days ago

Coordinate input of journal entries into SAGE300 and maintain journal entry documentation Generate the monthly Sales Commission Report Union creates and maintains the Union Fringe Reporting and annual...

Staff Accountant Treasury

  • Richmond, BC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, BC
  • 90+ days ago

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, cash flow analysis, preparing journal entries, maintaining balances within GL sub-ledgers, conducting balance sheet account reconciliations and...

Operations Accountant

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 90+ days ago

Assisting in implementation of internal controls Ad hoc projects as assigned by management WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING: Bachelors degree in Accounting or equivalent 2-3 years of Accounting experience...

Sr. Internal Auditor

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 90+ days ago

Bonus points if you have or are working towards: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in British Columbia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in British Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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