Senior Accountant

About adMare BioInnovations:

With a strong track record of globally competitive scientific discovery, Canadian life sciences are primed to lead the world. To make this a reality, adMare BioInnovations uses its scientific and commercial expertise, specialized R&D infrastructure, and seed capital to build strong life sciences companies, develop robust ecosystems, and foster industry-ready talent. It re-invests its returns into the Canadian industry to ensure its long-term sustainability. adMare has helped build 36 companies, of which 25 are still active. These companies have attracted $2.4 billion of risk capital, have a combined value of $5.7 billion, and have created around 1,000 jobs in Canada. Our dynamic Montreal and Vancouver Innovation Centres have been home to 48 life science companies to date, with the 27 current resident companies employing over 350 life sciences professionals. The adMare Academy has trained more than 750 alumni — 92% of whom are employed in the life sciences industry.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant for a 12-month contract to join our finance team. This position is based either in our Vancouver or Montreal location, working in hybrid environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in period-end and year-end closing procedures, annual audits, financial reporting, and managing credit card processes. Additionally, this role will involve preparing GST and other regulatory filings, supporting the Corporate Controller with special projects, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Responsibilities:

• Examine and analyze accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards and internal controls.
• Manage both internal and external audits, assisting in preparing detailed reports on audit outcomes and providing recommendations for improvements.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Provide training and development to finance and accounting staff as needed.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Billing functions.
• Deliver all internal and external financial reporting requirements in a timely manner, partnering with business units to ensure accuracy in the Operating Statement and providing variance analysis and financial performance insights.
• Prepare for internal and external audits related to financial reports and project finances, providing necessary documentation and support during audit processes.
• Communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders and collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless project execution.
• Identify areas for improvement in financial processes and implement best practices to streamline operations, leveraging accounting software and productivity tools for enhanced financial management.
• Ensure timely and accurate regulatory filings, staying updated on changes in financial and industry regulations to implement necessary changes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a CPA designation is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with a focus on financial reporting and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with internal and external audit processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management tools.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

Position Base Salary Range: 83,500- 102,000

The salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

The base salary is just one part of the total rewards package at adMare. In addition, the package includes an annual performance bonus, matched RRSP contributions, a broad spectrum of wellness programs including paid resources, training and professional support, generous vacation and paid time off, maternity leave top-up, and several other offerings to meet the unique needs of our diverse talent.

We are committed to growing our talented team and their potential to drive innovative novel therapeutics. We provide a community where team members can thrive working in a multidisciplinary environment, explore new ways of thinking, and expand their capabilities through the array of development programs we offer our entire team.

adMare is fully committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion; and to making them an integral part of our organizational strategy - a commitment that is not just about words but is about specific actions to create a barrier-free, respectful, and welcoming working environment wherein everyone feels welcomed, supported, included, valued, and empowered to succeed. We are also proud to be an early adopter of the Government of Canada's 50-30 Challenge to achieve meaningful and substantive improvements in workplace diversity and inclusion at all levels of the organization, including positions of influence and senior leadership.

At adMare we are driven by our vision and united by our shared values of Courage, Collaboration, Objectivity, Judgment, Excellence, and Reach.

Be a part of life at adMare. Join our team!