Position: Accounting Manager - Maternity Leave Coverage
Hiring Range: $90,000 to $105,000/year for a 40 hour work week
Project Contract: Maternity Leave Coverage - June 2026 to September 2027
Company Benefits: Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine, up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.
*Candidates are required to be based in British Columbia and eligible to work in Canada*
ABOUT IMAGE ENGINE
Image Engine is a world-class VFX studio based in Vancouver, BC, that has built a reputation for excellence in the visual effects industry since 1995. We specialize in crafting stunning visual effects for feature films and television with an award-winning portfolio that includes Skeleton Crew, The Book of Boba Fett, The Mandalorian, Game of Thrones, Lost in Space, Jurassic World, and District 9.
We offer a full range of visual effects services, from concept designs and pre-visualization to CG animation, compositing, and explosive volumetric digital effects. Our crew is passionate about storytelling and pushing the artistic and technical boundaries to deliver the highest quality work on every project. R&D is central to our philosophy of driving creativity through innovation and we're committed to continually evolving our robust production pipelines.
At Image Engine, we value diversity and teamwork, and we're proud to foster a workplace culture that is supportive, respectful, and empowering. We believe that our success is a reflection of our exceptionally talented team, and we're always looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us on our mission to create unforgettable visual experiences. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accountable for the day-to-day accounting functions encompassing full cycle accounting, including:
- Accounts receivable
- Overseeing processing and payment of vendor invoices
- Bank reconciliations
- Maintaining Chart of Accounts and General Ledger
- Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
- Reviewing payroll semi-monthly and being the Payroll Administrator back-up
- Liaise with Head Office and other location regarding various finance matters
- Weekly, Monthly and Annual Corporate Reporting:
- Accountable for the timely preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
- Accountable for preparation of all working papers to support financial statements, along with account analysis
- Preparation of weekly short term cash flow analysis
- Tax compliance:
- Overseeing the preparation of all GST, PST, WCB, EHT etc. reports
- Work closely with Finance Director to respond to audit queries regarding statutory and periodic 3rd party audits.
- Accountable for Project Reporting Duties including:
- Work with the Finance Director to identify and develop new systems for monitoring and controlling film costs.
- Provide analysis of weekly variances of each film project and department, looking at estimated total costs and estimated profit margins.
- Prepare all project costing reports for client tax claims.
- Liaise with CRA auditors re various tax audits.
- Administrative and other adhoc duties, as required.
- Training and management of Payroll Administrator, A/P Clerk, and other direct reports as team grows.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 5 years work experience in a mid-senior level accounting role
- Knowledge of the Visual Effects industry is an asset
- CPA Designation
- High level working knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
- Knowledge of SAP ByDesign is an asset
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to multi task and work in a fast paced environment, with timely results
Image Engine Design Inc. Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN Office
2043 Quebec St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V5T 2Z6
