The role will support the Toronto based Corporate Accounting team and Corporate Tax team from India
This role will be a valued member of the Canadian Accounting team while working in a different geographical location
This role will work closely with members of the Canadian Accounting team, Canada Tax team and Canada Finance
The candidate will develop strong relationships with business partners to meet accounting and reporting requirements and will develop a strong working knowledge of the businesses
The primary duties and responsibilities of this position are as follows:
Accounting:
You will take ownership over your work and contribute to the monthly and year-end close and will be responsible for producing various financial reports
You will be responsible for the execution of other accounting functions, including but not limited to journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis for the business
You will develop and implement new/enhanced systems and procedures to ensure adequate accounting and control for specific accounting functions
You will support the Canadian Accounting Team in creating standard operating procedures and process documentation of the activities performed in Canada and India
You will support in preparing schedules and documentation for all external and internal audits
You will assist in preparation of IFRS compliant financial statements and stay abreast of developments in the industry impacting financial reporting.
You will assist with performing revenue fee calculations, analysing variances and addressing queries from partners
You will collaborate with partners across Business Support Units and assist their budgeting process
You will assist in analysing operational results against expected performance and understand drivers; communicate results with key stakeholders
You will assist in investigating variances and provide insights into business performance to stakeholders
Tax:
You will be responsible for preparation of Canadian tax provisions and tax slips/returns, including their related supporting documentation
You will assist in filing and payment for Canadian tax slips/returns
You will assist in preparation of tax reconciliations including tax schedules and tax assessments
Special projects as necessary
SOX Light
You will conduct interviews with Canadian Business process owners to understand business process and data flows and document this understanding in process flow diagrams
You will identify areas with financial reporting risks and document the risk and controls
Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required
A qualified chartered accountant with minimum 3 years of working experience with progressively more advanced accounting, financial analysis, or controls work required.
Thorough understanding of IFRS (US GAAP an asset) and proficiency in financial statement analysis
Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analytic skills
Proven experience and expertise in relationship management within financial services and working across functional lines
Prior experience with Control design and assessment or SOX Controls audits an asset
An excellent level of attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy of transactions and reports
The flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks in an environment where switching tasks to meet project demands will be required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven experience working within a control framework, including developing controls, processes and documenting procedures
