Business Unit Accountant

Mobile Auto Solutions, LLC; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boyd Group is seeking an accounting professional in Winnipeg, Manitoba to own inventory, cost of sales and revenue accounting. You will help provide insights into operational effectiveness and support accurate financial reporting across the business unit.

Ideal candidates hold an undergraduate business degree (Accounting/Finance) with 2+ years in accounting, CPA or working toward CPA, strong Excel and Workday experience, and the ability to multi-task with competing deadlines.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business (preferably Accounting or Finance) with 2+ years of experience in accounting & financial functions
• CPA or certification or working towards completion

Responsibilities

• Determine the value of inventory and adjust estimates; provide guidance based on Inventory reporting in Workday
• Support cost of sales calculations and overhead allocations; review WIP and cost of sales in Workday
• Analyze receivables and apply revenue recognition policies; monitor period-end timing
• Provide general close support and accruals
• Perform general ledger reconciliations
• Respond to inquiries and provide commentary to stakeholders

Skills

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Confidential data handling

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business (Accounting/Finance)

CPA or progressing toward CPA

Tools

Workday

Job description

Winnipeg, Manitoba

We put our team members first. You’ll receive a great salary and benefits, and experience the support and opportunity you deserve. You’re empowered to make decisions. You control your future.

Job Description:

Prepare the business unit level accounting relating to the cost and revenue drivers of the business to provide insights into the operational effectiveness of the company

Key Job Responsibilities

Inventory Accounting

• Determine the value of inventory and assess the need for adjustments based on estimates
• Provide commentary and guidance by analyzing Inventory reporting prepared in Workday
• Communicate analysis with key stakeholders and recommend adjustments where applicable

Cost of Sales Accounting

• Supporting operations to determine the service costs and allocations (i.e. overhead)
• Reviewing and approving the WIP and cost of sales calculations posted in Workday
• Perform accrual calculations by using reporting generated for parts and labor accruals
• Review and reconcile the data presented in standardized reports and provide commentary and guidance related to the variance analysis to key stakeholders
• Provide support to resolve subsequent inquiries relating to report understanding

Revenue Accounting

• Reviewing receivables and analyzing application of revenue recognition policies
• Identify issues relating to the timing of closing of receivables
• Review revenue transactions posted near period end to mitigate risk of cut-off errors

Additional

• Provide general close support / accruals
• General ledger reconciliations

Education and/or Experience Required

• Undergraduate degree in Business (preferably Accounting or Finance) with 2+ years of experience in accounting & financial functions
• Relevant Certifications: CPA or others and/or working towards completion

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to multi-task and manage a workload with competing deadlines and priorities
• Critical thinking skills
• Accurate, organized and attention to details
• Confidence and assertiveness to enforce the financial guidelines while still maintain rapport
• Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills to work with all types and levels of people inside and external to the organization
• Advance computer skills (Excel, Word) in order to create all spreadsheets, formulas and linking; create own confidential correspondence
• Specialized knowledge in auto body work, retail, and/or mergers and acquisitions would be an asset
• Ability to deal with confidential information that may not be shared inside and outside the organization.
• Passion to provide excellent customer service

Other Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Prolonged use of computer

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

AI Disclosure Statement:

At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.

Compensation Details:

Expected Pay Range:

$50,000 - $70,000 / Year

Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.

Supplemental Pay:

This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.