Junior Accountant

IGG Canada is a premium mobile game studio located at 5 East 8th Ave. Vancouver, Canada.

With spectacular views of the downtown skyline, coastal mountains, and English Bay, our new studio is spacious, high-tech, and inspiring. IGG Canada is a division of IGG (I Got Games), a global interactive digital entertainment company that specializes in the development and operation of Mobile Games. Established in 2006, IGG was founded with the aim of becoming a leading multiplayer game publisher and developer. The company has rapidly expanded its global operations, through strategic partnerships with popular gaming platforms such as Facebook, iOS, Amazon, Google Play, Kongregate, and many others. IGG currently operates studios in China, Philippines, Singapore, the U.S., and Canada (opened in 2013).If you're passionate about creating mobile games that reach millions of players around the world and are interested in becoming an integral member of our Canadian team of superheroes, we want to hear from you!

Position: Junior Accountant
Reports to: Accounting Manager
Hiring Level: Experienced 

Contract Type: Permanent with 3-month probation

Current Location: 5 East 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1R6 (fully on-site)

Hiring Processes:
1. Resume reviewing

2. Interviews
3. Offer

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and approve employee reimbursement requests through the company’s Enterprise Information Portal (EIP) on a daily basis.
• Perform full-cycle accounting tasks, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare, analyze, and reconcile monthly and annual financial statements.
• Process semi-monthly payroll and ensure compliance with payroll regulations.
• Prepare and submit monthly project cost reports for three ongoing R&D projects, subject to review by the General Manager before submission to the HQ finance team.
• Convert financial reports generated by Sage 50 into the standardized group Excel format and upload them to the company’s Chinese financial system.
• Manage approval processes for GST, WCB, T4 filings, contract signings, and other compliance-related submissions through the EIP.
• Ensure timely filing of GST (monthly), Employer Health Tax (EHT) & WCB (quarterly and annual), and other statutory reporting.
• Support year-end closing activities and assist with external audits as required.
• Prepare and file T4 & T4A slips in compliance with CRA regulations by February 28 each year.
• Compile supporting documentation for Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) claims, BC Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (BCIDMTC), corporate tax filings (T2), and transfer pricing reports.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process and collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial planning.
• Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum one year of accounting experience (preferred).

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of Canadian Accounting Standards and financial reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of statutory and regulatory compliance (e.g., GST, payroll, corporate tax).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial reporting tools.
• Experience with accounting software, preferably Sage 50.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Attributes:

• Highly organized, responsible, and detail-oriented.
• Honest and professional with a strong sense of integrity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Application Process:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits after 3 months including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• 18 days of accrued paid Vacation + Sick Days.
• Reimbursement for Active Living Benefits and Training/Development fees after 3 months.
• Dependent/Child Benefits.
• Paid Holiday Closure between Christmas & New Year's week.
• Paid Bank holidays.
• RRSP matching after 1 year.
• Monthly Commuter Allowance after 3 months.
• Monthly team lunches.

Perks:

• On-site car and bike parking.
• Work hours: 10 am to 6 pm with 1 hour paid lunch.
• On-Site Foosball table, table tennis, basketball game machine & pool table.
• On-Site Gym.
• Casual Dress Code.
• Gifts for employee's children.
• Snacks and drinks provided.
• Festival Bonus/Gifts.
• Referral Bonuses.