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    Senior Accountant - Calgary, Canada - Dehavilland

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    De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. ('DHC') is a proudly Canadian aerospace company currently transitioning its corporate headquarters to Calgary, AB. DHC is undertaking a consolidation of its underlying subsidiary companies under a single brand currently offering engineering, aftermarket, new aircraft manufacturing, modifications, parts manufacturing, and flight training. DHC currently has approximately 1,200 employees based in BC, AB and ON as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Our strong entrepreneurial spirit, together with a culture of empowerment, quality and innovation create opportunities to grow and succeed in an organization with a proud heritage and bright future.

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to oversee all aspects of the month-end close process and reconciliation activities. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records while adhering to strict deadlines.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Month-End Close: Lead the month-end close process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reflected in the general ledger in a timely manner.
    • Reconciliation: Perform detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, accruals, and intercompany transactions, resolving any discrepancies promptly.
    • Journal Entries: Prepare and post complex journal entries to accurately reflect month-end adjustments, accruals, and reclassifications as necessary.
    • Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, providing insights into variances and trends to support management decision-making.
    • Fixed Assets: Maintain fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules, additions, disposals, and impairment assessments, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
    • Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements, including GAAP and relevant tax regulations.
    • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline month-end close processes and improve efficiency through automation or process enhancements.
    • Audit Support: Collaborate with internal and external auditors to provide documentation and support during audits, addressing any audit findings or recommendations.
    • Team Leadership: Provide guidance and training to junior accounting staff involved in the month-end close process, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance, A professional accounting designation (CPA) is preferred.
    • A strong drive to continuously evaluate and improve processes.
    • 5+ years of experience, with a growth- mindset, curious to probe, discover and solve.
    • Excellent computer skills including an advanced level of proficiency in MS Excel.
    • Previous experience working with Power BI, ERP systems such as Visual and/or IFS would be an asset.
    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, manage several project deadlines concurrently.
    • Proven team player, high level of cooperation and mutual respect.
    • Outstanding oral and written communication skills.

    At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence.

    As such, it is an expectation that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals.

    Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

    At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment.All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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