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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in financial statement preparation, month-end closing processes, and accounting compliance, with a strong focus on optimizing financial performance and internal controls. Proficient in utilizing accounting software and advanced Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
Highest-signal resume keywords
CPA DesignationFull Accounting CycleMonth-End CloseAdvanced Excel ProficiencyAccounting Software Experience
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Hard Skills
Financial Statement PreparationMonth-End Closing ProcessesJournal Entry RecordingFinancial AnalysisBudget PreparationTax Return PreparationVariance AnalysisInternal ControlsPerformance Tracking ToolsAudit Documentation
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTeam-OrientedAutonomousProactive
Tools & Technologies
Dynamics 365NetSuiteSAPERP SystemsFinancial Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
CPA Designation
Industry Keywords
AccountingControllershipProfessional ServicesConsulting FirmFinancial Compliance
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes
- Record monthly journal entries
- Record payroll and related accruals
- Prepare and review financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations
- Ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial statements
- Prepare and analyze financial statements and performance indicators
- Analyze variances between the budget, forecasts, and actual results
- Analyze margins by project and client
- Collaborate with IT resources to optimize the ERP system and financial tools
- Develop and optimize financial and operational performance-tracking tools
- Contribute to the optimization and automation of business processes
- Prepare and file tax returns
- Process tax payments and instalment payments
- Prepare documentation for external audits
- Respond to auditors’ requests
- Strengthen internal controls and accounting compliance
- Participate in the preparation of the annual budget
- Support operational teams with financial planning
- Report directly to the CFO
Requirements
What you’ll need- CPA designation (required)
- Minimum of 4 years of accounting or controllership experience
- Strong experience with the full accounting cycle and month-end close
- Experience in a consulting firm or professional services organization is an asset
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP, etc.)
- Advanced proficiency in Excel
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and rigor
- Team-oriented, autonomous, and proactive
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal opportunity employer offering accommodations throughout the recruitment process
- Hybrid work model