Director, Accounting

Xplore.; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider in Markham is seeking a Director of Accounting to oversee financial accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience, including managerial roles, with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and CPA designation. The position involves leading accounting teams, streamlining processes, and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards, all in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years experience with 3 years in managerial or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Successful track record working in team environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable teams.
• Collaborate with departments to close period ends effectively.
• Implement best practices to streamline financial processes.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

Skills

Account Payable

Invoicing

Journal Entry

Data Entry

Accounting & Finance

Tax Returns

QuickBooks

General Ledger Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Reporting

Payroll

Financial statement

Account Receivable

ACCA

CPA

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA designation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Xplore Inc. isCanadas Fibre and 5G broadband company for rural living. Founded in Woodstock New Brunswick Xplore has become one of the countrys largest facilities-based telecommunications providers for residential and business customers. Xplore is committed to the relentless pursuit of an improved broadband experience for Canadians. Xplore is building a world-class fibre optic and 5G wireless network to enable innovative broadband services for better every day rural living for today and future generations.

Xplore is a portfolio company of Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners a global leader in infrastructure investing with over $70 billion in assets under management.

We are seeking a Director Accounting based out of Markham ON (Hybrid). Reporting to the Vice President Controller this role will responsible for overseeing all aspects of our financial accounting processes ensuring accuracy compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of accounting principles excellent leadership skills and a proven track record of success in financial management.

Key responsibilities include :

Lead and mentor the accounting accounts payable and accounts receivable teams fostering a culture of high performance collaboration and continuous improvement.

Collaborate with other departments to oversee the effective accurate and timely close of period ends and create scale and efficiency in managing the accounting close process with a proactive approach by addressing issues at their root cause

Partner with Financial Reporting team to assist with year-end audits and quarterly reviews

Implement best practices to streamline financial processes and enhance overall productivity by identifying opportunities for automation process improvement and efficiency gains within the accounting function

Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions banking filing of sales tax returns preparation of balance sheet reconciliations and review

Maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reporting and accounting standards

Other ad-hoc analyses and tasks as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess :

8 years experience with 3 years of experience in managerial or leadership role

Bachelors degree in accounting or finance and CPA designation

Successful track record working in team environments with proven ability to act as a business partner and cross-functional team player

A strong knowledge of IFRS and internal controls over financial reporting

Proficiency in SAP is preferred

Experience within the telecommunication or a similar industry is an asset

As a condition of employment and in order to comply with industry related data security standards this position is subject to the successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. Details will be supplied to applicants as they move through the selection process.

Xplore is committed to creating an accessible environment and will accommodate disabilities during the selection process. Please let your recruiter know during the selection process of any accommodation needs.

Company Overview :

Xplore Inc. isCanadas fibre 5G and satellite broadband company for rural living. Xplore is committed to the relentless pursuit of an improved broadband experience for all Canadians. Xplore is building a world-class fibre optic and 5G wireless network to enable innovative broadband services for better every day rural living for today and future generations.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Account Payable,Invoicing,Journal Entry,Data Entry,Accounting & Finance,Tax Returns,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Microsoft Excel,Reporting,Payroll,Financial statement,Account Receivable,ACCA,CPA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1