Job Description

Subsidiary: Colas Canada Inc.

Colas Canada Inc., part of the Colas Group, is proud to be the national leader in transportation infrastructure and innovation. From roads to rail to airports, we build some of the most important projects that link our communities. With operations from the Yukon to Nova Scotia, employing over 6,000 people, together we connect Canada.

OVERVIEW

LOCATION: Toronto, ON
DEPARTMENT: Finance
REPORTING TO: Chief Financial Officer
STRUCTURE: Potential for hybrid work model (2 days remote work/week) after completing the probationary period
BENEFITS: Pension, comprehensive benefits, health spending account, annual bonus, employee discounts for national retailers (mobile plans, gym memberships, vehicles, electronics, and more)

POSITION SUMMARY

This role will supervise, facilitate, and monitor internal control processes and reporting, including risk mapping and action planning for Colas Canada Inc. and its subsidiaries. This role is responsible for financial analysis and preparation of quarterly statutory financial statements. Interaction and management of external auditors and analysis and application of accounting standards for Colas Canada Inc., is an important part of this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct general accounting work and analysis as required
• Prepare quarterly statutory financial statements
• Prepare financial and social reporting as required
• Coordinate and facilitate compliance according to IFRS standards
• Manage the internal control and risk management processes for the company
• Organize, supervise, and monitor internal control self-evaluation campaigns
• Conduct risk mapping for the organization, working in conjunction with business process and operations owners
• Create and follow up on action plans, in conjunction with business process and operations owners
• Actively lead the control of the internal audit and compliance process for operational entities
• Conduct monthly and quarterly reporting of financial results within the Colas Group, according to IFRS Standards
• Implementation of appropriate documentation and controls to ensure the quality of the financial information reported to the Group
• Act as a key liaison with external auditors on the correct application of accounting standards, including the correct dissemination and compliance at all levels within the principles of the Group's internal control reference documents

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Accounting Designation required (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)
• Minimum 5+ years of private sector experience, preferably in the construction industry (Civil engineering)
• Good understanding of IFRS Standards
• Experience in consolidation and presentation of financial statements
• Experience in internal controls, compliance, risk management and auditing functions in the construction industry an asset
• Computer proficient with demonstrated ability to use complex spreadsheet and financial reporting software (experience using JD Edwards an asset)

WHAT YOU BRING

• Attention to detail and the ability to follow standard procedures.
• Ability to build positive professional relationships and work collaboratively with functional and operational employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organization, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated oral, written, and listening communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-changing and dynamic environment
• Proficiency in French an asset

WHY COLAS

Amazing opportunities for mobility and career growth: At Colas, we encourage everyone to reach for their goals by building their own path: providing training tools, learning programs, and development initiatives. With a network of subsidiaries across Canada and operations in 53 countries worldwide, the opportunities to expand your career are endless.

Great perks: Discounted gym membership? Check. Exclusive deals on restaurants, merchandise, and travel? Check. Get rewarded for your hard work with access to a wide range of employee discounts.

Benefits and pension from day one: At Colas, we recognize the amazing talent each person brings. We believe such great talent deserves to be rewarded. We provide a comprehensive benefits and pension package, so you can focus on continuing to do your best.

At Colas, we believe our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we connect. By living our core values of Caring, Sharing, and Daring, we welcome all those who help create the links that bring us together. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, disability, marital or family status, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.