Leader, Financial Accounting and Reporting

Job title: Leader, Financial Accounting and Reporting

Job description: The Construction and Equipment Division (CED), a part of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies, is a key player in the Atlantic Canadian market. With six operating companies in the division, the group provides heavy lift and crane services, civil construction services, modular home and commercial buildings, wallboard manufacturing, steel and fabrication services, technical field services (mechanical, NDT, survey, etc.), and pump sales, parts, and repair services to its customers.

We are currently seeking candidates to join our Finance Team in the role of Leader, Financial Accounting and Reporting, Saint John, New Brunswick. We have a Hybrid Work policy in place that allows the successful candidate to work from home part-time. This leadership role works closely with all stakeholders to drive organizational value through ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the accounting and reporting function.

What We Offer:

As a valued member of our Finance team, you have the opportunity of a multitude of career paths across a number of diverse industries, all while building your skills with the organization. We offer a competitive benefit and salary package, and continuous training and development opportunities. Our head office location offers an employee fitness facility, as well as a café and parking garage.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, and Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation
• 5 years of post-designation experience
• Highly self-motivated, curious, and solutions focused
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Previous team leadership experience, with a demonstrated track record of successful coaching and team development
• Strong ability to research and document accounting issues and good depth and breadth of experience with financial statement preparation and reporting
• High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting to, and in collaboration with the Divisional Director of Finance, the priority and responsibility of this role is to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the accounting function through:
• Developing a thorough understanding of the operations of the Construction & Equipment Group of Companies
• Managing and coaching the accounting team supporting the Construction & Equipment Group of Companies
• Working with the JDI Finance team, and others to ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures in accordance with applicable accounting guidelines
• Liaising with operational and financial professionals at various levels to gather all information relevant to the accounting function
• Working with external auditors at interim and year end to ensure all audit timelines are met
• Responsible for planning, leading, and, as necessary, performing the following activities:
• Financial accounting, including general ledger maintenance
• Financial and operating statement reporting for all legal entities and operating Companies in the group
• Periodic financial reporting, including weekly reports, statement reviews and variance analysis

• Project work and contribution to the overall goals of the Finance team

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

Please apply online!

We appreciate your interest in our company. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The Construction & Equipment Division is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

Additional Information

• Posting Date: Aug 10, 2022

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