Job Description

Wattpad's vision is to entertain and connect the world through webnovel stories. Since 2006, we've been on a mission to use the power of community and technology to unleash the full potential of stories to the world. Representing a tapestry of cultures and languages, people around the world come to Wattpad every month to share and discover stories they can't find anywhere else. Come build the future of entertainment and storytelling with our global team, and write your next chapter with us!
Wattpad is part of the WEBTOON family of brands, the largest storytelling platform in the world that enables creators and users to discover, create, and share stories. With over 24 million creators and ~170 million active users per month, we are truly empowering creation by anyone, for everyone. To read more about our family of Brands, check out our website .
We are seeking an Manager, Accounting at Wattpad who is an integral member of our Finance team and who will be responsible for coordinating all accounting operations, managing financial data consolidation, and preparing financial statements. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is detail oriented, who has exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, and who is able to work collaboratively within a team.
Please note this is a 12-month fixed term employment contract position.
Finance team responsibilities

• Contributing to a positive team dynamic with a high degree of accountability through effective and regular communication
• Coordinating all accounting operational functions
• Coordinating activities and compliance with external auditors, internal auditors and the tax team
• Providing management with information vital to the decision-making process
• Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes

Period-end reporting responsibilities:

• Performing Month-end close procedures including review of account reconciliations, journal entries and intercompany entry eliminations
• Preparing accurate and comprehensive financial statements
• Managing the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results

Treasury responsibilities:

• Transfer pricing, inter-company, tax compliant support (HST, etc)
• Review monthly cash flow reporting
• Coordinating activities and all communication with the bank and other treasury related contacts

What we're looking for:

• CPA designation with 5+ years of accounting experience and minimum of 2 years leading full cycle accounting experience at a small/mid-sized company
• A deep understanding of financial principles, reporting standards, and regulations like GAAP is crucial for accurate financial analysis and compliance
• The ability to analyze large datasets, interpret complex financial information, and provide strategic insights is essential for decision-making and forecasting
• Expertise in accounting software, databases, and ERP systems is required to manage financial data efficiently.
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize work and proven ability to think creatively and solve problems
• Ideally someone who has worked in multi-currency environments
• Comfortable with balancing the requirements of multiple stakeholder groups with competing priorities by leveraging varying expertise and availability of team members
• Experience in process orientation to allow for process/system improvements and effective review procedures of team's work

What we offer:

• Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
• Top industry health benefits, including vision and dental
• Your own health/wellness account to spend each year
• Generous vacation and Maternity/Parental leave top-up program
• Corporate discount for gym memberships for you and your family
• Work from almost anywhere in the world for part of the year
• Winter break shutdown and a whole lot more!

$90,000 - $130,000 a year
Please note, the above range is listed in CAD.
Wattpad is conducting all interviews in a distributed manner using applicable third party software where needed and using visual interface tools such as Google Meet and Zoom.
About Wattpad
Who are we? Entrepreneurs and Do-ers. Our vision is to entertain and connect the world through stories, and our mission is to use the power of community and technology to unleash the full potential of stories to the world.
What does that mean? We are visionaries, community builders, passionate problem solvers, storytellers, coffee snobs (tea drinkers, too!), curious by nature, and culturally diverse.
What are we obsessed with? Our users. Solving complex problems and maximizing flow. Learning constantly. Building the next great storytelling product. Finding the greatest stories ever told. Dogs (and cats), coffee, and good snacks.
How do we work? Autonomously, collaboratively, respectfully. Balancing with work, family, and play...and all while having a great time.
Wattpad is a remote friendly company and encourages remote candidates to apply as long as they are located and authorized to work in either the US or Canada (excluding Quebec) as a precondition of employment. We are not able to sponsor applicants for work permits.
Unlock the best of both worlds with a remote role that keeps you connected! We're looking for passionate individuals in the Greater Toronto Area to join our team. While you'll enjoy the flexibility of working from home, you can take advantage of periodically coming to our vibrant downtown Toronto office to connect with colleagues, collaborate on exciting projects, and take part in company events. This is your opportunity to be a part of our thriving workplace culture.
Culture and Diversity
Wattpad is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate. Period.
Wattpad welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We have taken a leadership position on creating a culture and an organization that truly values diversity. We are committed to fostering a global team that reflects the diversity of the Wattpad community. At Wattpad, we believe cultural fit doesn't mean culturally identical, and diversity of thought helps us to challenge one another to think big and think differently. We consider employment applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other protected status.
If you have any special needs or accessibility requirements, please let us know. We will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Don't meet all the requirements? Studies show women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs if they do not meet all the qualifications. Therefore, in an effort to build a more diverse workplace, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might actually be the right person or you may be a good fit for a number of other openings we currently have.

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