Accounting Lead, Receivables and Financial Reporting

Galderma•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$90,000 - CA$110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Lead, Receivables and Financial Reporting will work closely with the Director, Accounting in managing all activities related to accounting functions of the company. They will have a specialized oversight on Accounts Receivable to ensure an effective and efficient workflow and performance of the accounts receivable team against defined goals and objectives and to deliver excellent service to internal and external stakeholders. This position will work with all departments and other finance team members to ensure financial activities are posted on a timely basis, meet all corporate policies, and accurately recorded. This position is based at Galderma Downtown Toronto office (161 Bay St) with at least three days required on site and the base salary range is 90,000 - 110,000 CAD.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1-2 years of people management
A recognized professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, or equivalent) or working towards is required
Proven experience with financial systems, particularly experience with an ERP system (preferably in a large, complex corporate environment).
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while adapting to shifting demands
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders
Proactive, self-motivated, and continuously driven to improve both processes and personal professional development
Advanced level skills using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.

Responsibilities

Manage the Month End Closing process, including the preparation and review of monthly financial statements to finance and management team(s)
Manage processes of monthly/quarterly and annual closing of the accounts receivable subledger as well as financial reports in compliance with IFRS reporting requirements including internal management reporting
Review and ensure accurate and timely completion of balance sheet reconciliations
Prepare Canadian sales tax fillings and assist with annual corporate year-end tax return
Work with each direct report to guide and monitor progress on annual goals and objectives and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of team
Guide and consult Galderma employees and supporting GBS organization on financial accounting related matters with focus on operational financial activities
Lead internal, external, and regulatory audit processes
Manage the Accounts Receivable function, overseeing the process from order release to reporting and reconciliation
Implement and ensure consistent and accurate implementation of accounts receivable policies, regarding past due invoices, credit matching to chargebacks, erroneous credit memos, and credit balances of customers. Be well versed in customer portals, customer payment practices and ensure strong inbound cash flow from customers.
Establish monthly and quarterly Accounts Receivable (AR) reviews to understand aging buckets, high-risk accounts and define/enhance collection and dunning strategies
Minimize bad debt exposure and maintain aging at an acceptable level by meeting DSO targets
Evaluate, analyze, monitor, and recommend customer credit limits in accordance with credit management policy
Providing customer service regarding collection issues
Ensure transactions comply with external and internal requirements