Manager, Accounting And Reporting

The Manager, Accounting & Reporting is responsible for managing the day to day operations of the Accounting Department and also oversees the Accounts Payable department.  This position manages the Company's general ledger and chart of accounts.  The position also develops and implements accounting policies and procedures.  The Manager, Accounting & Reporting manages external financial reporting function including monthly reporting to parent company and manages the annual audit process.
The position is also responsible for People Management activities, including but not limited to: hiring, coaching, performance management, development, corrective action and termination.
Responsibilities

• Process lead for Accounting department;
• Manages the Company's general ledger and chart of accounts;
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures;
• Reviewing and implementing process improvements;
• Manage annual audit process;
• Safeguarding company assets and financial governance;
• Responsible for preparation of annual financial statements;
• Responsible for managing the day to day operations of the Accounting and Account Payable Departments;
• Establish close working relationship with other departments;
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
• People Management activities, including but not limited to: hiring, coaching, performance management, development, corrective action and termination;
• Responsible for monthly financial reporting and annual audit;
• Manage external financial reporting function including monthly reporting to parent company;
• Key liaison for internal and external auditors;

Education & Experience

• Post Secondary Education in related discipline
• Professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA)
• Minimum of 5 years post qualification experience
• Minimum of 3 years related management and leadership experience

Skills

• Strong analytical abilities and problem solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong work ethic
• Advanced proficiency on the use of MS Office applications, with advanced Excel skills