Our client, a Big 5 bank, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their finance team for a 6-month period in their Head Office Consolidated Accounting Group. This role will focus on managing the quarter-end, and year-end close processes for the consolidated entity. The successful candidate will ensure accurate and timely financial reporting at the consolidated level in compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the quarter-end, and year-end close processes at the consolidated financial statement level.
- Prepare and review consolidated financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and notes to FS) including intercompany eliminations and reconciliations,
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls for the consolidated entity.
- Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies across multiple legal entities.
- Assist in audits, providing consolidated documentation and explanations.
- Analyze and explain variances in consolidated financial reports, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
- Collaborate with finance teams from different legal entities to ensure proper consolidation and reporting.
- Maintain and improve consolidation processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Work Schedule:
- Hybrid working model with 3 days in the office per week.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or consolidated financial statement preparation.
- Strong knowledge of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for consolidated entities, preferably in a public financial institution.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA designation or equivalent certification.
- Experience working with consolidation processes in a financial institution or a similar highly regulated environment.
If you are qualified and interested in this role please send your resume today to Navneet Kaur at nkaur@ifgpr.com today. For other opportunities please visit www.ifg-global.com