[Hiring] Lead Accountant @Draganfly Innovations
Lead Accountant @Draganfly Innovations
Finance
Salary $80,000 – $90,0..
Remote Location
Employment Type full-time
Posted 4d ago

[Hiring] Lead Accountant @Draganfly Innovations

4d ago - Draganfly Innovations is hiring a remote Lead Accountant. 💸 Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 📍Location: Canada

Role Description

Draganfly Innovations is on the lookout for a Lead Accountant to join our Finance team on a 16-month maternity leave coverage. This is a fully remote position reporting to the VP, Finance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in accounting within a manufacturing environment, with a focus on cost accounting, financial reporting, and team leadership.

This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and audit processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards while contributing to the overall success of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and analyze financial records, systems, and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
  • Support month-end close processes and prepare financial statements
  • Assist with internal and external audits
  • Reconcile accounting discrepancies and resolve financial imbalances
  • Maintain and support the general ledger across all areas
  • Provide guidance and training to accounting and finance team members
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial operations and reporting
  • Contribute to process improvements and ongoing efficiency within the finance function

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Minimum 5+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience in cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory costing
  • Proven experience leading or supporting accounting teams and operations
  • Experience preparing financial reports and supporting audits
  • Strong technical skills, including proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel

Requirements

  • Strong accounting expertise, with a solid foundation in cost accounting and financial reporting, ideally within a manufacturing environment
  • Detail-oriented and takes pride in accuracy, ensuring financial data is reliable and compliant
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues, solve problems, and improve processes independently
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative team player who communicates effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
  • Enjoys mentoring or supporting others and contributing to a positive team environment
  • Adaptable and open to change, with a continuous improvement mindset
  • Looking for a role where you can make an impact while continuing to grow your skills and experience

Benefits

  • Competitive salary: $80,000 – $90,000
  • Generous time-off program, including vacation, wellness days, and a full week off between Christmas and New Year’s.

Company Description

At Draganfly Innovations, you’ll join a collaborative team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement. We’re in an exciting growth phase, scaling our technologies, product lines, and teams as we continue to shape the future of UAV innovation. Joining us now means becoming part of a company with deep roots in the industry - and bold ambitions for what comes next.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, work on diverse and cutting-edge projects, and grow your skills alongside passionate experts. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Here, you won’t just join a company - you’ll help build what comes next.

As part of our hiring process, all candidates must successfully complete reference checks and a criminal background check.

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Lead Accountant @Draganfly Innovations
Finance
Salary $80,000 – $90,0..
Remote Location
Employment Type full-time
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