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We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.
We are currently looking for an Accountant at our Corporate Offices in Ajax, ON
The VGCA Accounting Shared Services Centre provides essential back office accounting functions for General Ledger, Inventory, Accounts Receivable and Affiliates, Accounts Payable, and Fixed Assets for multiple VW group companies including Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, factory production, and electric vehicle infrastructure.
The Company Vehicle Accountant is responsible for all accounting functions related to corporate used vehicles for Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Group Canada, Audi of America, Audi Canada and ensures all activities are properly reflected in the general ledger.
Report creation and analysis is central to this role and requires the ability to provide detailed information on a regular and/or ad-hoc basis. The accountant is responsible for the accuracy of the inventory sub ledger and all subsequent sale and cost of sale postings as well as associated internal controls.
- This is a hybrid flex position.**
Responsibilities
- Responsible for company vehicle accounting including asset activation, depreciation, and disposal
- Responsible for the accurate recognition and allocation of all related sales transactions
- Responsible for accurate finance statements in accordance with IFRS, ensuring all assigned general ledger accounts are reviewed and reconciled regularly, including variance analysis
- Ownership of related ICFR documentation, responsible for timely updates and testing
- Management of monthly transfer of company vehicle sale to Volkswagen Financial Services and Volkswagen Credit Canada
- Analysis of fleet processes, ensuring inventory is accounted for correctly and is accurate
- Analysis and aging of repurchased inventory, ensuring inventory is accounted for correctly and is accurate
- Prepare, analysis & present a variety of reports related to inventory management, tax, risk management, financial steering
- Responsible for all related system reconciliations, ensuring that all system data is accurate and aligned
- Coordinate and steer all discussions and meetings as required for inventory management, tracking and system accuracy
- Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of all month end related tasks, including all related inventory valuation and reporting activities
- Co-ordination of monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing activities ensuring compliance with IFRS and established timetables
- Other related duties as required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting and/ or 5 + years of accounting experience
- CPA Designation or working towards completion is an asset
- Advanced understanding of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Strong Communication skills –Written, oral and presentation to document, articulate and convey functions and processes.
- Strong Analytical problem-solving skills – Ability to dissect complex accounting and financial processes and identify risks and process improvements
- Strong business acumen – understanding of large, complex organizations and ability to interact with all levels of an organization.
- Strong organizational skills and works well under daily and monthly deadlines.
- Ability to lead discussions and achieve desired outcomes
- Thrives working in a highly collaborative team environment
- Working knowledge of SAP an asset
- Experience in inventory accounting is an asset
- Travel up to 5%
What You’ll Get In Return
- A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
- Opportunities for development
- Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
- Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package
- And much more!
- Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, or local laws.
Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
