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Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures
- Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met including Withholding Payments (CPP, EI), Income Tax, and Goods and Services Tax
- Prepare supporting information for the annual audit and liaise with the Director of Finance and CFO as necessary
- Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions
- Review monthly results and prepare variance reporting
- Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy
- Oversee the bookkeeping function including maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that personnel and financial information is secure and stored in compliance with current legislation
- Special projects as assigned
Preference will be given to an individual who possesses:
- Bachelors Degree (Business Administration or Commerce), working towards an accounting designation considered an asset
- Three or more years experience in an accounting/audit role, preferably with publicly traded companies, or entities reporting under IFRS;
- Strong working knowledge of Word and Excel with the ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets, format financial documents, and manage data;
- Demonstrated organization and analytical skill with the ability to work within and meet deadlines;
- Superior written and verbal communication;
- The ability to work independently using sound judgment and initiative;
- Cooperative team player with the motivation and willingness to experience a fast-paced environment; and
- A good sense of humour.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Computer use
Accountant Specific Skills
- Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
- Examine accounting records
- Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Financial Auditor Specific Skills
- Prepare reports and audit findings
- Examine financial records and transactions
- Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
Ability to Supervise
- 1 - 2 people
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Windows
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- Excel
- Accounting software
- Internet browser