Job Description

As a key leader role within the Financial function, this position is responsible for leading the periodic, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements. You will be expected to identify key priorities and make solid decisions based on sound business principles and professional judgment ensuring that regulatory compliance is maintained.

\xc2\xb7 Drive excellence in all aspects of reporting (statutory and management); Champion financial statement review and review of periodic/quarterly/annual financial reporting.

\xc2\xb7 Lead day-to-day operation of accounting department ensuring financial transactions are accurate and in accordance with policies, contractual requirements, and other applicable regulatory orders.

\xc2\xb7 Review and ensure that all cross-charges to franchisees, and other external stakeholders are completed on time while maintaining internal cash flow requirements.

\xc2\xb7 Partner with HR cross-functionally to take full ownership of the payroll process, including but not limited to, tax and statutory requirements and reporting in accordance with the Employment Standards Act of Ontario.

\xc2\xb7 Finance relationship lead for Area Representatives and manage the process for sales reporting, collections and training as required.

\xc2\xb7 Review account reconciliations, inclusive of capital spend and impairment.

\xc2\xb7 Relationship lead to our AR and AP partners in the US; ensure all responsibilities are discharged.

\xc2\xb7 Lead tax reporting to our US team and engage with external consultants in the preparation of annual corporate tax returns, periodic sales tax filings and non-resident tax filing requirements.

\xc2\xb7 Lead both internal and external audit and review engagements.

\xc2\xb7 Daily cash management; oversee cash forecasting to the US Treasury team and provide an update to the leadership team on a quarterly basis.

\xc2\xb7 Establish accounting and control procedures to ensure a robust and compliant internal control environment.

\xc2\xb7 Engage cross-functionally on strategic projects through providing guidance, knowledge, and information to support decision making.

\xc2\xb7 Post-secondary education in Business, Finance, or Accounting

\xc2\xb7 CPA designation is required

\xc2\xb7 Retail, hospitality or foodservice industry background preferred

\xc2\xb7 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience in industry

\xc2\xb7 Excellent organizational skills and the ability to self-prioritize unexpected projects and timelines

\xc2\xb7 Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

\xc2\xb7 Strong leadership and influencing skills are essential

\xc2\xb7 Highly motivated \xe2\x80\x9cGo-getter\xe2\x80\x9d with a strong drive for continuous improvement and positive attitude

\xc2\xb7 Sound business acumen, strategic thinker, and analytical skills with a growth mindset

\xc2\xb7 Strong system capabilities: Hyperion Financial Management, JD Edwards, Microsoft Excel

\xc2\xb7 iPayables, DOMO, OLAP, HFM/FDM, KRISE, Oracle, Nexonia experience considered an asset

Robert Half is the world\'s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

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Robert Half

Robert Half is the world\'s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting,...

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