Financial Accountant Comptable financier

Financial Accountant Comptable financier

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce majoring in Accounting or equivalent
• University Certificates leading to a bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA Designation (considered an asset)
• Experience working for large corporations
• Minimum 2-3 years related experience
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Bilingual (French & English) is an asset
• Technical proficiency in accounting/IFRS
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Detail-orientation is essential
• Able to perform in a fast-paced environment while staying focused on the result
• Adaptable and flexible in a changing environment
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Continuous learning and developmental mindset

Responsibilities

• Perform month end activities
• Analyze monthly variances between current and prior year actuals
• Identify any risks or opportunities resulting from above and provide recommendations
• Perform assigned balance sheet and general ledger accounts reconciliation
• Perform assigned balance sheet variance analysis
• Prepare periodic reports for management as requested
• Assist in Budget and Forecast process
• Assist in audit (year-end and interim external audit and internal audit)
• Apply IFRS rules and ensure compliance of internal controls
• Participate and ensure compliance in the annual inventory count, which normally takes place at a different city from the home office
• Resolve any discrepancies or irregularities found in records, statements, or documented transactions
• Participate in special projects (ERP implementation, Strategic initiatives, Continuous Improvement)
• Any other work, duties, projects or ad hoc requests as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA Designation (considered an asset)
• Bilingual (French & English) is an asset