Description:
The Accountant role is designed to support the team in managing the full-cycle accounting needs of CARFAX Canada. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, facilitating month-end and year-end closing procedures, and supporting the company’s financial reporting and compliance efforts.
Position Responsibilities
- Assist in managing full-cycle accounting, including financial transactions and statement preparation.
- Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Ensure financials are accurately stated while ensuring compliance under US GAAP and corporate policies and procedures.
- Prepare and post journal entries and reconcile accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
- Maintain internal working papers and documentation for audit readiness.
- Monitor accounting policies; prepare technical memos for complex issues.
- Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency.
- Provide support for budget preparation, variance analysis, and tax filings.
- Develop and maintain various financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
- Responsible for all Statistics Canada reporting.
- Additional projects and duties as needed to support the Accounting department.
Education and Experience Required:
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting or finance role; strong knowledge of US GAAP is an asset.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Currently pursuing CPA is preferred.
- Familiarity with Power BI is an asset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to build effective relationships.