Seeking an experienced and high-caliber Senior Accountant to lead the financial operations of a growing vacation rental management company with a 150-unit portfolio. This hands-on role is ideal for a confident accounting leader who combines strong technical depth with the ability to guide, mentor, and elevate others.

This is a deeply operational position for someone who thrives on technical accuracy, detailed reconciliations, and ownership of the day-to-day accounting engine of the business. A core requirement of the role is mastery of the company’s “dual accounting” structure: Trust Accounting for property owners and Operating Accounting for the management company.

If you are a technically strong accounting professional with leadership experience, high integrity, and a passion for building scalable financial operations, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
> Full time, year-round career role.
> $75,000 – $90,000 per annum based on experience.
> Performance-based bonus opportunities.
> A collaborative and supportive team.
> Discounts on vacation rentals and local business perks.
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/accountant/senior

THE PERFECT CANDIDATE:
> Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA or CMA preferred but not required).
> Proficient in Canadian accounting principles.
> Advanced QuickBooks Online (Certification preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
> Familiarity with vacation rental management systems (PMS) such (Guesty, Track, Hostaway, Streamline etc.) preferred.
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/accountant/senior

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
You will be the “Source of Truth” for our financial health, overseeing the tech stack (PMS, QuickBooks Online, AP solution, RBC Express) that keeps our data flowing and our owners happy.

Trust Accounting & Owner Statements
> The “Monthly Close”: Lead the end-to-end reconciliation of guest payments, cleaning fees, and maintenance charges across 150 properties.
> 3-Way Reconciliation: Execute the monthly 3-way reconciliation (Bank vs. PMS vs. QuickBooks) and resolve any discrepancies personally.
> Homeowner Billing: You will supervise the Staff Accountant in the execution of daily AP/AR postings and Trust Accounting administration, ensuring data integrity across all property-level ledgers.
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/accountant/senior

Operating Accounting
> Full-Cycle G/L Management: Own the QuickBooks Online environment for the management company, including AP/AR, bank feeds, and journal entries.
> Revenue Recognition: Execute the transfer of earned commissions and fees from the Trust to the Operating account.
> Payroll & HR: Oversee payroll processing for our field team (housekeeping and maintenance) and manage workers’ comp/benefits administration.
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/accountant/senior

Compliance & Tech Stack Optimization
> Short term accommodation Tax Management: Ensure accurate collection and timely filing of all tax filings – GST/PST/MRDT/NR Tax filings, and corporate tax.
> Process Automation: Assist refining the integration between PMS and QuickBooks and collaborate on the introduction of an automated AP solution to eliminate manual data entry and reduce human error.
For more information and to apply: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/accountant/senior

FOR MORE JOB DETAILS & TO APPLY:
VISIT: https://www.whistler-jobs.com/job/accountant/senior
EMAIL: talent@whistler-jobs.com

ABOUT WHISTLER & SQUAMISH PERSONNEL:
We are helping this business recruit and interview for this position.  Our career matching and consulting services are confidential and FREE to job seekers – with no strings or commitments required. Unfortunately we are unable to assist out of country candidates who do not have a valid work permit for Canada.