Senior Accountant - Corporate Finance

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to oversee all aspects of the month-end close process and reconciliation activities. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records while adhering to strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-End Close: Lead the month-end close process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reflected in the general ledger in a timely manner.
• Reconciliation: Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, accruals, and intercompany transactions, resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Journal Entries: Prepare and post complex journal entries to accurately reflect month-end adjustments, accruals, and reclassifications as necessary.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, providing insights into variances and trends to support management decision-making.
• Fixed Assets: Maintain fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules, additions, disposals, and impairment assessments, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements, including GAAP and relevant tax regulations.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline month-end close processes and improve efficiency through automation or process enhancements.
• Audit Support: Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide documentation and support during audits, addressing any audit findings or recommendations.
• Team Leadership: Provide guidance and training to junior accounting staff involved in the month-end close process, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance, A professional accounting designation (CPA) is preferred.
• A strong drive to continuously evaluate and improve processes.
• 5+ years of experience, with a growth- mindset, curious to probe, discover and solve.
• Excellent computer skills including an advanced level of proficiency in MS Excel.
• Previous experience working with Power BI, ERP systems such as Visual and/or IFS would be an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, manage several project deadlines concurrently.
• Proven team player, high level of cooperation and mutual respect.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.