Accounting Manager

Our client is a dynamic, fast paced, publicly listed company, based in Port Coquitlam who are expanding their operations.

They are looking for an ambitious, detail orientated and energetic Accounting Manager to join the accounting team immediately. You will oversee the accounting/ finance set up and the day-to-day activities of this new Brazilian subsidiary and therefore speaking Portuguese is essential.

This position will be based out of the corporate head office in Port Coquitlam, but will interact with the accounting team in Brazil.

Responsibilities include:
Reporting to the Corporate Controller and working with Executive Management, the Accounting Manager will lead the implementation of accounting procedures and help train the Brazilian accounting team. Significant responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the set up of accounting/ finance procedures and policies relevant to this new Brazilian entity.
• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting
• Providing financial analysis of operational results and reporting this analysis to Executive Management.
• Managing month end closings/reporting as well as information needed for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Assisting in the preparation of all tax filings.

Requirements:
• Fluent in Portuguese
• Accounting designation ( CGA/CMA/CA )
• Detailed oriented but also can understand the overall corporate goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated business acumen and professionalism
• Assertive, yet diplomatic interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to balance mutilple priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment
• Excellent communication (oral & written) with all levels of management
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) and Frx would be an asset.
• Exposure to IFRS would be an asset.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounting Professional who is looking for the start to a thriving career.



Contact
Victoria Welsby E-mail:
Phone: victoria.welsby@ajilon.com
(604) 669-9096