APN Consulting, Inc. is a progressive IT staffing and services company offering innovative business solutions to improve client business outcomes. We focus on high impact technology solutions in ServiceNow, Fullstack, Cloud & Data, and AI / ML. Due to our globally expanding service offerings we are seeking top-talent to join our teams and grow with us.
Title: Accounting Manager
Location: Remote (Toronto)
Duration: 3 Months
Job Description:The Finance Team supports our internal clients and client network in a Business Advisor capacity with specific focus on strategic insights and initiatives, collaboration and financial reporting and analysis. We are currently looking for an Accounting Manager to join our team to manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department. This position includes management of the general ledger team and accounting process, oversee coordination of deliverables for the financial statements and audit, and working with business leads to ensure compliance with Global accounting policies and procedures. Successful candidates for this position should have prior managerial experience, strong written and oral communication skills and a solid accounting/finance background. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, highly organized, have a hands-on approach, and possess the ability to thrive in a fast paced, matrixed and dynamic environment with competing priorities and stringent deadlines.
The Manager will:
- Complete month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing, including preparation of journal entries, account/variance analysis, and coordination of audits.
- Generate accurate financial statements, in accordance with IFRS accounting standards and internal policies and procedures.
- Assist in setting up financial systems and metrics that will measure and communicate accurate financial status.
- Contribute as needed to the areas of budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
Maintain, document and review processes for internal controls. - Streamline department functions to ensure optimal productivity, efficiency, and accuracy.
- Support year-end external audit.
- Advance Global Finance strategic initiatives by attending meetings, providing subject matter expertise, and preparing ad hoc reports.
- Work closely with the existing Global Finance team, leaders, and firms on ad-hoc projects as required including c- suite initiatives to prepare analytics, solicit input, and develop recommendations and implementation plans.
- Have a passion for teaming and contribute to the development of Global Finance team through learning initiatives and knowledge share sessions, networking events, and other areas aimed at building our global footprint and strengthening our Global Finance brand
Qualifications - A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting.
- Bachelor''s degree in accounting, Finance or related field is required.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships, establish trust, identify needs, customize solutions and motivate teams to drive operational and strategic priorities.
- Ability to effectively present ideas and solutions in a logical and articulate manner with the ability to work effectively with and influence Senior Executives.
- Outstanding research, analytics, and quantitative aptitude; advanced attention to detail required for success in this role.
- CPA is preferred.
- Ability to work and manage projects both independently and with a larger team to achieve goal.
- Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise judgment consistent with achieving organizational goals and strategies.
- Experience with business cycles of accounting, including: treasury, accounts payable, account receivable, and general ledger.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Prior experience with external auditors preferred.
- International experience preferred, either working with or for an organization that had multinational operations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint knowledge.
- Proactive and results-oriented player who wants to help build a high-performance team.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences to join our team and help us build a culture of belonging.
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