Manager, Non-freight Revenue and Recoverable - Montréal, Canada - Canadian National Railway

Canadian National Railway

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Montréal, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges.

You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track.

We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference.

You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Job Summary

The Manager, Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting is responsible for leading multiple recoverable streams, including major government construction projects, to continuously maximize CN's expense reduction through recovery efforts directly impacting several key corporate metrics.

The incumbent oversees professional Accountants and Accounting experts, sets objectives as well as plans and drives initiatives.

The role is accountable for the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, ensuring accurate, timely, and complete recovery of Non-Freight eligible recoverable costs, contributing to the Order to Cash pipeline.

The role identifies Non-Freight cost recovery risks and develops and implements mitigation plans to safeguard these. The incumbent leverages their business acumen to identify and drive initiatives on further potential Non-Freight cost recovery opportunities.

The position acts as the change agent, recognizing opportunities for business process improvements and system enhancements, bringing further efficiencies and controls to the Order to Cash pipeline as well as identifying proper resources to collaborate in implementing changes that deliver value to the organization.

Main Responsibilities

Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting Operations

Lead the Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting team consisting of professional Accountants and Accounting experts
Set objectives, control priorities and workload, and drive results for optimal operational efficiencies
Coach and mentor team members allowing for continuous personal development
Oversee the Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting operations governed by legal agreements, Transport Canada (TC), and the Department of Transportation (DOT) rules
Ascertain the accurate, timely, and complete processing of Non-Freight costs recovery
Provide expertise and guidance on Non-Freight accounting as well cost recovery practices, collaborating and interacting with, Engineering, Business Development, Collections, Property Accounting, Legal, Internal and External Audit, Financial Planning, Taxation, Procurement and Supply Management (P&SM), Information and Technology (I&T), and Accounting Development
Ensure efficient and effective dispute resolution

Control Adequacy

Identify Non-Freight cost recovery risks and implement mitigation plans to safeguard recoveries
Develop and implement adequate controls reinforced by appropriate governance and ensure their effectiveness to comply with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), TC, and DOT rules as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Plan and oversee all Non-Freight audits to validate cost recovery completeness as well as accuracy
Take remedial actions based on audit findings

Initiatives, Process Improvements, and System Enhancements

Act as the change agent recognizing opportunities for system enhancements and business process improvements, bringing further efficiencies to the Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting operations
Spearhead transformation initiatives to deliver operational efficiencies by furthering automation and business process improvements
Identify proper resources to cooperate in implementing changes that deliver value to the organization
Plan and deliver on key projects assigned by the Senior Manager, Recoverable Accounting

Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday.

Due to the nature of the role, the position must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress.

Requirements:

Experience
Expense Recovery and Revenue Management

Minimum 5 to 7 years Expense Recoveryrelated experience or equivalent
Proficient in recognizing and addressing cost recovery risks
Proven track record to identify system enhancement and business process improvement opportunities
Experience in Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), with emphasis on Sales and Distribution (SD), Plant Maintenance (PM), Controlling (CO) and Financial Accounting (FI) modules
Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation
Any designatio