Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Accountant to lead financial operations at Black Rock Oceanfront Resort, a stratified property on the wild west coast of Vancouver Island. This senior role is central to ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and strategic use of our financial information to support operational decision-making and the long-term success of the resort.

About Us

Located in Ucluelet on the edge of Pacific Rim National Park, Black Rock Oceanfront Resort combines rugged coastal beauty with modern comfort. Our resort offers guests a luxury West Coast experience through our oceanfront accommodations, spa, and restaurants, Big Beach Lounge and Currents. We reside within the Yuulu?il?ath - Ucluelet First Nation traditional territory, of whose ancestral lands we work and play.

The Role

As the resort's Accountant, you will oversee financial management across all departments, ensuring compliance, transparency, and strategic alignment with company goals. You'll manage the accounting team, coordinate the annual audit, and provide the financial insight needed to drive operational efficiency and profitability. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working collaboratively with operational leaders in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day accounting operations and oversee the accounting team Manage the annual audit and ensure all financial reporting meets required standards Prepare annual budgets, create financial forecasts, and monitor performance against targets Support department managers with the financial insights and tools they need to make informed decisions Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger, receivables, and payables Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements Contribute to the ongoing improvement of internal controls, systems, and processes Collaborate with leadership to support the resort's financial goals and profitability

Requirements

Degree in Accounting or Finance CPA designation (or equivalent professional certification) Hospitality or property management accounting experience preferred Minimum 3 years of experience in a senior accounting or finance role Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate financial information for non-financial stakeholders Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills

What We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience Extended health, dental, and life insurance benefits Low-cost, on-site staff accommodation (if required and available) Associate rates for hotel stays Team enrichment events and volunteer opportunities A respectful, inclusive, and sustainability-minded workplace Year-round employment and opportunities for career advancement
This position offers the chance to play a key leadership role in one of Vancouver Island's most stunning and distinctive hospitality properties.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic team in a breathtaking setting, we invite you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Ucluelet, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person