Senior Accountant

On behalf of our client, UVic Properties, we are searching for a Senior Accountant to join their team. UVic Properties is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Victoria. The company manages UVic’s portfolio of non-academic real estate on Vancouver Island to provide financial returns that support the university’s academic mission. The 135 commercial and 45 residential properties include important landmarks in Victoria’s social and business community such as the Vancouver Island Technology Park, the Marine Technology Centre, the Queenswood Oceans and Climate Campus, the Legacy Art Gallery and Swans Brewery, Pub and Hotel.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Accountant provides direct support to the management team providing operational finance solutions and oversight and guidance to their direct reports. The individual in this position must have exceptional leadership, communication, emotional intelligence, and managerial skills that build trust and confidence. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and proactive individual with strong analytical skills who is not afraid to roll-up their sleeves to get the job done. The Senior Accountant will be looked upon to lead reporting and collaborate directly with management to determine business & reporting needs while overseeing the day-to-day functions of the accounting team.