Our client is looking for an Assistant Controller for a 12 month contract.
Job Description:
- Review and record journal entries required to reflect the monthly activity
- Preparation of paperwork supporting the monthly close process and month end balances
- Review monthly accounting close process including analytical review of the monthly operating results to ensure correct accounting records are maintained
- Preparation of monthly financial statements
- Assist in the preparation of monthly forecasts and the annual budget submissions
- Maintenance of the Cost Accounting process and procedures
- Financial Analysis of the results, developing trends and processes to help improve the profitability of the Company
- Maintenance of fixed asset records for coordinate quarterly inventory of fixed assets
- Preparation and implementation of corporate policies and procedures such as invoice processing, cash management and calculation of fees
- Document and support adequate and effective processes to improve the close and reporting cycles to ensure timely and accurate reporting
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations
- Accurate and prompt production of all financial information
- Oversight and supervision of accounting department
- Any other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting.
- 5+ years of experience in the accounting and finance sector.
- Experience with multi-currency bookkeeping, multiple sets of books, transfer pricing, tax analysis and currency gain/loss (between $CAD - $US).
- Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and prompt manner
- Able to handle multiple tasks and maintain control and order over same
- Good GAAP and financial reporting technical skills