Accountant (Temporary)

CARFAX Canada • London, ON

26d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant role is designed to support the team in managing the full-cycle accounting needs of CARFAX Canada. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, facilitating month-end and year-end closing procedures, and supporting the company’s financial reporting and compliance efforts.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting or finance role; strong knowledge of US GAAP is an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Currently pursuing CPA is preferred.
• Familiarity with Power BI is an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to build effective relationships.

Nice To Haves

• strong knowledge of US GAAP is an asset
• Familiarity with Power BI is an asset

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing full-cycle accounting, including financial transactions and statement preparation.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Ensure financials are accurately stated while ensuring compliance under US GAAP and corporate policies and procedures.
• Prepare and post journal entries and reconcile accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
• Maintain internal working papers and documentation for audit readiness.
• Monitor accounting policies; prepare technical memos for complex issues.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency.
• Provide support for budget preparation, variance analysis, and tax filings.
• Develop and maintain various financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Responsible for all Statistics Canada reporting.
• Additional projects and duties as needed to support the Accounting department.

Benefits

• Weekly, free catered lunches at the office
• Flexible work that allows us to prioritize work-life balance
• 4-day summer work weeks
• A state-of-the-art collaborative environment at our head office at 100 Kellogg Lane, London Ontario
• Exceptional benefits that take effect day one of employment
• Flexible employee wellness funding
• Company matched pension program
• Parental leave top-up benefits
• Paid volunteer days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree