Job Description

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Materials, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.
Asahi Kasei is a long-trusted supplier of lithium-ion battery separators - polymer-based microporous membranes that are a key component of the lithium batteries used to power electric vehicles, renewable energy storage systems, and more. We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Canada, where we are in the process of constructing a new lithium battery separator manufacturing facility to support increasing North American demand.

Company:
Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Canada Corporation
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About the Role
We are seeking a General Accountant to be a part of a new plant start-up based in Port Colborne, Ontario. The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of general accounting (including support to payables and receivables functions) for the company to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and regulations.
Reporting Relationships
This position directly reports to the Finance Director and does not supervise others.
Asahi Kasei ValuesSincerity - Being sincere with everyone Challenge - Bolding taking challenges, continually seeking change Creativity - Creating new value through unity and synergy

Key AccountabilitiesPrepare financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule. Facilitate and complete monthly close procedures. Analyze revenues, commissions, and expenses to ensure that they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basis. Prepare monthly account and bank reconciliations. Assist with analyzing financial statements on a monthly basis, and report on variances. Track and analyze construction and capital project spending. Communicate with Project Managers to close projects in a timely manner. Assist with financial or tax audits. Assist with preparing tax returns and corporate reporting requirements. Assist with quarterly producer reports, analyzing and correcting discrepancies. Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls. Conform with, and abide by, all regulatory guidance and internal policies and procedures. Assist with maintaining policies, procedures, and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility. Contribute to department and organization special projects as assigned. Assist with budgeting and forecasting. Assist with intercompany billing and transactions with related Foreign Exchange calculations. Assist with AR reporting and collections. Maintain the fixed asset system (for new acquisition, sales and/or disposal) and depreciation schedules. Ensure efficient financial transactions and record-keeping.

Qualifications
Education Background:
Must possess a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business degree with accounting emphasis.
Professional accounting designation is preferred.
Knowledge & Experience:3+ years of general accounting experience in a manufacturing environment is required, including experience with AP and AR. Intermediate to advance knowledge of major accounting is required; must possess thorough understanding of Canada GAAP (ASPE: Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises). Knowledge of statutory accounting principles is required. Must possess intermediate to advance experiences with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; must be familiar with software packages for both general ledger and statutory accounting. ERP experience is required; MS Dynamics is a plus. Cost accounting experience is a plus. Experience with budgets and forecasting is preferred. Experience in a multinational company and the ability to work with people across cultures is preferred.

Key Attributes:Must possess strong analytical skills and ability to conceptualize mathematically. Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment. Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills are required. Ability to work independently and as a part of a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty is required. Ability to work with minimal supervision and take ownership of their work is required.

Travel:Must be able and willing to travel up to 10% domestically and abroad for training and visiting other company locations.

Schedule:Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule to attend in-person or virtual meetings and conference calls outside of normal business hours. The incumbent may flex working hours to accommodate.

Working Environment
This position will be based in a temporary office until the permanent office is built in 2026. The final work environment will be at a 24/7 manufacturing operation. The manufacturing facility will be a state of the art in terms of automation and being temperature and humidity controlled. This will be a clean and comfortable environment due to the nature of the products being produced.
About Us
Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Canada, an Asahi Kasei Company, is a pioneer in battery technology and a long-trusted supplier of lithium battery separators, which are polymer-based microporous membranes that are key components of lithium-ion batteries (LIB) used in consumer electronics and electric vehicles.
The company's Hipore(TM) brand of separators have been commercially available since the lithium battery market's inception in the early 1990s and they are found primarily in electric drive vehicles (EDVs) as well as in consumer electronics (CE) such as smartphones, tablets and personal computers. Hipore(TM) membrane separators bring high porosity and excellent energy transfer, while contributing to battery safety and reliability, and they are especially well matched for the high-capacity batteries required for power plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and full battery (BEV) vehicles.
Asahi Kasei is accelerating its next phase of global growth with proactive investment and capacity expansion in battery separators to meet increasing demand for electric vehicle applications. We are now in the early phases of staffing our new greenfield site, in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada, which will further build our LIB separator infrastructure for automotive applications to meet growing demand in North America where significant expansion of electric vehicle production is forecasted.
The Asahi Kasei Group is a diversified group of companies led by holding company Asahi Kasei Corp., with operations in the material, homes, and health care business sectors. With more than 49,000 employees around the world, the Asahi Kasei Group serves customers in more than 100 countries. We are Creating for Tomorrow!
For more information, go to www.ak-bsc.ca.
Location Information
Port Colborne, Ontario is a charming harbour town situated in the Niagara Region on the coast of Lake Erie. The Niagara Region is made up of 12 municipalities and has a population of approximately 478,000. It is an international trade hub with industries ranging from agriculture, construction, manufacturing, technology, tourism, transportation and warehousing. There are two regional airports, easy access to four international airports, railway, and other public transportation. It is home to Brock University, Niagara College Canada, University of Niagara Falls, as well as public and private schools that offer a selection of concentrations. The area offers a safe, affordable lifestyle with a hometown community feel. Recreational attractions include Humberstone Speedway, Niagara Falls, Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, Niagara on the Lake, the Welland Canal, Canada's largest casino, wineries, sporting and entertainment venues for concerts and festivals. Other amenities include the Niagara Heath System, a variety in dining, farmer's markets, ample parks, trails and outdoor activities. Within driving distance, the Ontario province offers modern cities and countryside that are rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. It is about a 90-minute drive to Mississauga and Brampton and 2 hours to Toronto.
The Company is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities in its workplaces. If accommodation is required in the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@ak-bsc.ca.
Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Canada is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview process for needs that are made known in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
#LI-TR1As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Asahi Kasei believes that its diverse workforce strengthens the company's ability to adapt and thrive in a changing world .