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Intermediate Accountant (Closed)

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Toronto
Direct Hire
$75,000

About the Company

It is an independent power producer (IPP) dedicated to accelerating social, economic and environmental sustainability in growth markets through the development, construction and operation of renewable energy facilities and HVDC transmission lines. They establish long-term partnerships with local communities, governments and financial institutions to build and operate clean energy projects in markets where economies are growing rapidly and electricity is currently scarce, but sun and wind are abundant. It focus is on projects in Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and South Asia.

It is uniquely positioned to lead the world’s renewable energy transformation. They are energy experts – members of their team have built and operated gigawatts of renewable energy projects around the globe. As engineers, lawyers, accountants and financiers, they are able to manage the risk and complexity of financing and owning infrastructure projects, all the while ensuring an unwavering dedication to the highest ethical, social and environmental standards. Their experience and agility in deployment allow them to help shape the future of renewable energy in growth markets.

About the Opportunity

  • Perform accounting functions including full cycle accounting and closing procedures, bank reconciliations, and translation of select SPV’s
  • Assist in annual and quarterly financial reporting, compilation of quarterly operations report, and provide support in the annual audit process
  • Produce monthly reports and schedules, including fixed assets schedule, accrued liabilities, leases, prepaid expenses schedule etc
  • Working with tax consultants to ensure tax compliance in Canada and other jurisdictions where the group operates
  • Supervise the Junior Accountant’s work in AP, foreign transfers, and opening bank accounts in Canada and abroad
  • Preparing journal entries, intercompany and other financial reconciliations as well as supporting preparation of financial statements, reporting packages and audit schedules
  • Review and reconcile accounts, i.e. accounts payable, accounts receivable, accrued liabilities, prepaid, intercompany, etc
  • Liaison with project coordinators/project managers for inputs and overall project status
  • Assist in the Annual Business Planning process
  • Assist in monthly/ quarterly allocations transfer pricing policy compliance
  • Assist the Controller with new system implementation, process improvement initiatives and execution
  • Overseeing/mentoring SPV accountants and their budgeting processes
  • Special projects may be assigned by the VP/Controller

About You

  • Strong knowledge of financial statements and accounting; IFRS preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years accounting experience
  • Enrolment in accounting program CPA, CGA, CMA
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or equivalent field/experience required.
  • Ability to work under tight timelines and autonomously
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Potential to grow in the role and assume greater responsibilities within the Finance group
  • Highly personable, professional, detail-oriented & organized
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills and experienced dealing with vendors and business partners
  • Experience with accounting systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Strong knowledge of financial statements and accounting
  • Minimum of 3 years accounting experience
  • Enrolment in accounting program CPA, CGA, CMA

Salary

$70,000 - $75,000/year

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #328690

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

 

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