Top Accounting Talent in Fraser Valley
April 16th, 2009
Candidate A - Technical Accountant - Strong IFRS/US GAAP/Canadian GAAP - $70/75K or available immediately on contract
- Designated CPA with extensive public practice experience with the Big 4.
- Strong IFRS, US GAAP and Canadian GAAP skills, great technical accountant.
- With PwC in vancouver worked on major businesses such as Canfor and Premium Brands as well as a host of smaller, owner managed businesses.
- Was headhunted by Finning to join their team but was recently let go as part of 200 redundancies.
- Upbeat and ambitious individual with a strong track record with prestigious employers.
- Has supervised up to 3 staff.
- Communicates directly with CFOs, partners and senior operational management.
- Well versed in building relationships across an organization and internationally.
Candidate A brings extremely strong technical accounting skills coupled with a positive, friendly personality.
Candidate B - Intermediate Accountant - Management Experience - $55K or available immediately on contract
- 5th Level CGA Pace Level with a solid practical work history
- 6 years accounting experience within the manufacturing industry working closely with clients in the construction and resources sectors
- Strategized and facilitated ERP implementations and ensured a smooth transition
- Believes in the “Lean Manufacturing” management principles and successfully introduced these to employees in previous role
- Experienced in handling US and Canadian cash flow, inter-company reconciliations, GST & PST, preparing year-end financials
- Advanced Excel skills; extensive experience with pivot tables, sorting and spreadsheets
- Previous role as an Accounting Manager included responsibility for 4 direct reports (AP, AR, Junior Accountant and Payroll), including hiring, training and performance management
Candidate B brings a motivational, cheerful and positive leadership style. Enthusiastic, polished, technically strong and professional, Candidate B has it all!
Candidate C - Designated CGA with 5 Years Public Practice Experience - $60K or available immediately on contract
- Experienced in working for both a CGA firm and a CA firm
- Also has a Diploma in Financial Management - Advanced Accounting Option
- Great technical skill; well versed in working papers, compilations, review engagements, performing year-end procedures, adjustments and preparing financial statements
- Good client focus and strong attention to detail; committed to maintaining ethical and compliance standards
- Experience with all remittances and also foreign exchange/securities transactions
- Proficient with Caseware, MS Office, Tax Prep, Profile, Simply Accounting, Accpac Plus, Yardi
- Fluent in English, French and German
Candidate C brings a solid experience level within Public Practice. With a mature, friendly, calm and down to earth personality, she would be a valuable asset.
Candidate D - Corporate Controller - Accomplished CGA with Construction Industry Experience - $100K
- Solid experience; 8+ years experience in the road construction industry
- Leading role in the management of cash and assets for 20+ construction, property development and property management companies
- Certified in Financial Management
- Currently supervising an accounting team of 5
- Enjoys challenges and is adaptable to change
- Effective and creative problem solver who is a committed team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate others
- Innovative, energetic, vibrant and positive
- Skilled in Forensic Accounting; great investigative , reconciliation and troubleshooting skills with a proven track record.
- Provides expertise, advice and support in financial and budgeting matters to the President and other senior members of the management team
- Proficient in Timberline, Quickbooks, Excel (Advanced Level), as well as other accounting software
Candidate D is highly regarded by her references for her commitment to ethical standards and dedication to her work. She would be well positioned to jump into a demanding fast paced environment and has a terrific, can-do attitude.
Candidate E - Controller/Assistant Controller - Manufacturing Background - $70/75K or available immediately on contract
- Designated CGA with great Controllership experience, most recently with a $15million revenue privately owned business.
- Good, broad skill-set including financial reporting, general ledger control, payroll and consolidations.
- Strong track record in the value add areas of budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis and process streamlining.
- Manages a team of 3 including AP and AR.
- Reliable and down to earth individual who is willing to be flexible and do whatever is required to achieve targets.
- Confident, very friendly and dedicated person. Wants to be at her next employer for at least 5 years.
- Employer went under due to the economic environment so seeking new opportunities.
Candidate E brings strong, collaborative management and a broad range of accounting skills.
Candidate F - Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller - Great Background - $55/60K
- CMA student who is currently a Financial Budget and Cost Analyst.
- Strong experience in budgeting, consolidations, financial reporting, cost analysis and project management.
- Skilled in SAP, Simply Accounting and ACCPAC.
- Committed professional, has been with her last two employers for 3 years each.
- Bubbly, assertive, hardworking and personable individual.
- Opportunities for progression with current employer are limited so keen to explore new opportunities.
- On a two week notice period.
Candidate F brings dedication, good energy and hard work, a very strong candidate at this level.
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