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Job Specifications
The Director of Accounting reports to the CFO. He or she will work closely with the company's finance managers and key
departmental contacts in various operational departments. Key areas of responsibility include: banking, payroll, franchise
analysis and defined accounting activities for both Canadian and U.S. operations, which include payables and inventory. The
position has four direct reports within a department comprised of approximately 40 accounting and administrative staff.
Major duties include:
- Providing overall direction for general accounting functions, payroll department, franchise analysis and banking
functions;
- Ensuring the efficiency, accuracy and timeliness of all tasks performed by the payroll, banking, franchise analysis
and billing departments;
- Ensuring adequate levels of internal control within departments of responsibility;
- Developing and recommending efficient accounting policies and procedures;
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements including those of the: CRA; Provincial Ministries of Finance;
WSIB; and other authorities;
- Providing financial direction and analysis as required by other operating department heads;
- Developing departmental goals and objectives to support corporate goals and objectives;
- Developing project plans, initiating projects and motivating and monitoring staff through to completion of
projects; and
- Mentoring and facilitating the career development of all direct reports.
Education
Must possess a Chartered Accounting Designation.
Must possess a post secondary degree, preferably in a Business or Accounting program.
Experience
Minimum of 7 years of experience managing a variety of general accounting functions and payroll at a multi-location
organization.
Knowledgeable of accounting principles generally accepted in Canada and the United States and familiar with banking,
payroll, accounts payable and EPICOR computer software packages.
Demonstrated experience in process improvement for a diverse group of accounting functions.
Unique Skills
- Candidates must be independent action oriented self-starters, with a focus on continuous process improvement
who can build and manage teams to achieve desired results;
- Must have good analytical, problem solving and report writing skills with an attention for detail;
- Must be able to plan, organize and prioritize multiple tasks and assignments;
- Must be able to coach and develop staff in a manner to create a climate of 'best work' performance; and
- Must be able to communicate effectively in all mediums.
Apply Now!
To apply for this job, email your resume to hr@petvalu.com
Make sure you indicate which position you are interested in.
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