Accounting Specialist (12-month contract)

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Richmond Hill is seeking an Accounting Specialist for a 12-month contract. The role involves performing key reconciliations, supporting month-end activities, and assisting with financial documentation and audits. Candidates should have a university degree in commerce or business administration, preferably with 2-4 years of experience in a finance or accounting department. The compensation ranges from $52,500 to $73,100, reflecting experience and skills. A hybrid work structure is encouraged, requiring attendance at the office three times a week.

Benefits

Award-winning culture

Cutting edge innovation

Onsite cafeteria with fresh meals

Fully stocked coffee/tea bar

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience within a Finance/Accounting Department.
• Knowledge and experience with SAP preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform key reconciliations for G/L Accounts.
• Develop and execute detailed test cases relating to GFBB data migration.
• Prepare key financial documentation for audits.
• Assist with preparation of year end consolidated financial statements.

Skills

G/L Accounts reconciliation

SAP

Communication skills

Education

University Degree in Commerce or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Accounting Specialist (12-month contract)

WE COUNT ON YOUR EXPERTISE EVERY DAY.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

At BMW, our dynamic finance teams continuously drive our business forward. And we count on everyone to play their part in helping us to reach ambitious new milestones. So whether you’re passionate about supporting our diverse teams with expert financial planning and management, or creating innovative new financial products that enable more people to enjoy the thrill of driving our vehicles, you’re sure to find an exciting challenge with us. Fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered, rewarded and supported is the driving force behind our success. So join us in changing the way the world moves for good.

The Accounting Specialist will be working alongside the Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager and supporting with the below responsibilities:

• Perform key reconciliations for G/L Accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with IFRS
• Perform various month end activities to ensure deadlines are met on time and with accuracy
• Develop and execute detailed test cases relating to GFBB data migration and implementation
• Integration testing to ensure financial modules integrate with SAP modules and functionalities
• Ad-Hoc requests relating to GFBB project
• Oversee key direct costs and provision accounts
• Oversee posting Interface files into SAP financial system and mapping for future GFBB system
• Prepare key financial documentation for both Internal and external audits
• Assist with preparation of year end consolidated financial statements
• Assist with preparation of government surveys and questionnaires
• Work with ICs and Compliance team to ensure violations and process maps are kept up to date and to highest standards

Qualification

• University Degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting/Finance preferred).
• 2-4 years experience within a Finance/Accounting Department
• Knowledge and experience with SAP preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation

The compensation range for this role is $52,500 - $73,100, with variations based on factors like experience, education and skills. Experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits of working at BMW Group Canada include:

• An award-winning culture.
• Cutting edge innovation and creativity.
• World-class office space.
• Fresh & nutritious meals in our amazing fully staffed, and subsidized, onsite cafeteria.
• Fully stocked coffee/tea bar.

** We encourage interested candidates who may legally work in Canada to apply for the role. Our organization follows a hybrid work structure. To be eligible for this role, candidates are expected to work from our Head Office in Richmond Hill, Ontario three times in a week.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.