Accounting Manager

Who We Are

David Nairne & Associates Ltd (DNA) is a multi-disciplinary firm of civil engineers, structural engineers, architects, planners, and project managers. With more than 50 years of experience and a team of 60+ professionals, we work on unique projects throughout BC and northern Canada. Our client base includes Federal, Provincial, Indigenous, and Métis governments, as well as government agencies and private sector developers. Many of our projects are in stunning, remote communities where our work has meaningful impact.

Job Summary

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing DNA’s day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring that financial information is accurate, complete, and available on a timely basis. This is a hands-on role in a project-based environment, with primary responsibility for managing core accounting activities, supporting payroll and financial reporting, and supervising two Junior Accountants.

Reporting Relationship

• Reports to: Operations Manager
• Direct Reports: Accounting Assistant (2)
• Works closely with: Project managers, leadership, auditors, and has support from Dillon Consulting’s finance team.

Job Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Accounting Operations

• Oversee the daily accounting activities of the company and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
• Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Review accounting work completed by Accounting Assistants for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
• Ensure accounting records are organized, current, and readily available for reporting and review.
• Respond to routine accounting inquiries from employees, project managers, vendors, and leadership.
• Maintain practical, clear, and up-to-date accounting procedures and documentation.

Month-End and Year-End Close Financial Management and Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements.
• Lead month-end and year-end close.
• Investigate variances, unusual transactions, and discrepancies, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Maintain general ledger and reconciliations.
• Deliver clear, timely reporting to leadership.
• Maintain practical, useable financial procedures.

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Billing

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Monitor cash flow.
• Ensure accurate bank reconciliations.
• Drive collections and resolve billing issues.
• Maintain work-in-progress records and support timely project billing.

Payroll Administration

• Administer semi-monthly payroll for ~50 staff
• Ensure payroll processes are reliable and compliant.

Team Leadership and Supervision

• Supervise and support accounting staff.
• Ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
• Coach and develop team members.
• Maintain quality and accountability.

Compliance and Controls

• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee tax filings and remittances.
• Maintain effective internal controls.
• Lead audit and year-end process.
• Proactively identify and address risks.

Process Improvement and Support

• Improve processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Strengthen reporting and tools.
• Provide timely support to project managers and leadership.
• Improve financial understanding across the team.
• Ensure documentation is current and useable.
• Support business priorities, as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation or working towards a CPA designation is preferred.
• 5 + years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a small to mid-sized or project-based company.
• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff preferred.