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Senior Accountant

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Mid Level
Full-Time

About the role

Your future. Our Environment. One shared purpose. Our Company: With over three decades of experience, Triton delivers clear, practical environmental solutions that help projects move forward responsibly. Our people-first, safety-driven approach shapes everything we do and strengthens the partnerships we build with clients, communities, and industry. Environmental science is at the heart of our work, and our multidisciplinary team includes experts in aquatic and wildlife biology, soil science, vegetation ecology, environmental assessment, auditing, monitoring, inspection, and resource management. Supporting our work is a dedicated group of corporate and administrative professionals who help ensure our teams have what they need to excel. Together, we bring the technical expertise and organizational support required to develop smart, effective environmental strategies tailored to every project. Our Company With over three decades of experience, Triton Environmental Consultants Ltd. (Triton) delivers pragmatic environmental solutions that help projects move forward responsibly. Our people-first, safety-driven approach shapes everything we do and strengthens the partnerships we build with clients, communities, and industry. Environmental science is at the heart of our work, and our multidisciplinary team includes experts in aquatic and wildlife biology, soil science, vegetation ecology, environmental assessment, auditing, monitoring, inspection, and resource management. Supporting our work is a dedicated group of corporate and administrative professionals who help ensure our teams have what they need to excel. Together, we bring the technical expertise and organizational support required to develop smart, effective environmental strategies tailored to every project. Position Overview Join our team as a Senior Accountant and play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting while helping drive a best-in-class close process. In this high-impact role, you’ll partner closely with the Accounting Manager, take ownership of key deliverables in a fast-paced environment, and identify smarter, more efficient ways to streamline and automate accounting operations. If you’re detail-oriented, proactive, and energized by continuous improvement, this is a great opportunity to make a real impact. Key Responsibilities Month-End Close (Primary Focus) Support the month-end close process, ensuring completion within established timelines Prepare and/or review key journal entries, including: Accruals and prepaids Fixed assets and depreciation Revenue and expense recognition Own balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy Investigate and resolve variances and unusual items promptly Coordinate close activities with cross-functional teams (Invoicing, AP & Payroll teams.) Prepare close packages and supporting schedules for leadership review (Financials and AR reporting especially) Continuously improve and shorten the close cycle Financial Reporting Assist in preparation of monthly and annual financial statements Ensure compliance with ASPE Support internal management reporting and variance analysis monthly. Provide clear insights into financial results and trends Process Improvement & Controls Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities Strengthen and maintain internal controls over financial reporting Develop and maintain standardized templates and documentation Support system enhancements and accounting-related projects Operational Accounting Oversee key accounting areas such as: Payroll-related entries and reconciliations Fixed asset tracking and capitalization policies Support key accounting areas such as: Revenue, AR/AP oversight, and intercompany transactions Ensure proper documentation and audit readiness Audit & Compliance Support external audits and year-end activities Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor requests Ensure compliance with internal policies and external requirements Qualifications CPA designation (or near completion) 2-4+ years of progressive accounting experience (minimum) Strong experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close ownership Public accounting background is an asset but not required. Industry experience is preferred. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis) Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite considered an asset) Key Competencies Ownership mindset: Takes full responsibility for deadlines and deliverables Attention to detail with strong analytical skills Ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines, especially during close Strong communication skills with ability to escalate issues early Continuous improvement mentality (process, automation, efficiency) Ability to partner effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams What Success Looks Like in This Role Month-end close is consistently on time (or faster) and error-free Balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled and well-supported Issues are identified and resolved proactively (no surprises) Processes become more efficient, standardized, and scalable The Accounting Manager can rely on this role as a trusted extension / deputy Your Inclusive Workplace: At Triton, we are committed to a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request; please contact hr@triton-env.com to make arrangements. Thank you for considering Triton Environmental Consultants. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Triton Environmental Consultants

Professional Services
201-500
Founded in 1989

Triton Environmental Consultants knows western Canada. It's where we live and work, and it's always been that way. With offices strategically located across British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, we're always ready to identify opportunities and support our clients on the ground. And we're even more comfortable in the water.

Our partners and clients trust us to provide a wide range of professional services, and our approach is to always offer thoughtful, highly practical environmental solutions and consistent, timely results.

Our team members are knowledgeable, collaborative, trustworthy and professional. Yet our greatest strength has always been our local field experience and the valuable connections we've built in the communities we serve. We don't just know how to find our clients' development projects on a map; we call these places home.

Triton Environmental Consultants has always been mindful of its responsibility to facilitate sustainable use of the environment in the best interests of our clients and their stakeholders. From power projects and mines to interprovincial pipeline projects, clients have relied on us to successfully steward their projects from inception through approval to completion since 1989.

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