Financial Reporting Manager

Blackberry; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Waterloo, Ontario is seeking an External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager with a CPA designation and over 5 years of experience in public accounting. The role involves drafting external financial statements and conducting accounting analyses. Candidates should be detail-oriented and possess strong analytical skills. This is a full-time position with a commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience with U.S. GAAP or IFRS accounting standards.
• Solid technical accounting background, able to research and analyze accounting standards.
• History of dealing with complex accounting transactions.

Responsibilities

• Draft the Company’s External Financial Statements and Management Discussion & Analysis.
• Conduct accounting analyses on routine and non-routine transactions.
• Assist with managing the Company’s global statutory audits.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Ability to set and meet deadlines

Creative and innovative

Education

CPA designation

5+ years’ experience in public accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager page is loaded

External Reporting and Technical Accounting Manager

Apply locations Waterloo, Ontario time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date : August 11, 2025 (29 days left to apply) job requisition id 20250231

Worker Sub-Type : Regular

Job Description :

Specific Accountabilities :

• Be responsible for the end-to-end process of the drafting of the Company’s External Financial Statements, and Management Discussion & Analysis, including discussions with the Company’s external audit firm, legal counsel, and Investor Relations departments to ensure all information released externally is complete, accurate, and appropriate
• Ensure the above meets all disclosure requirements and conform to industry standards
• Conduct thoroughly researched and supported accounting analyses on routine and non-routine transactions to determine the proper treatment under U.S. GAAP
• Responsible for the Company’s equity related filings with regulatory authorities and the accounting for stock compensation
• Assist with managing the Company’s global statutory audits
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure timely completion of the month-end close process
• Monitor standard-setting activities and research new guidance for impact to the Company’s accounting treatments
• Serve as a technical resource on project teams to ensure proper accounting under new systems and initiatives, and identify new accounting policy requirements early

Qualifications / Experience :

CPA designation is required

5+ years’ experience working within public accounting, Big Four experience is preferred

Experience with U.S. GAAP or IFRS accounting standards

Detail oriented with strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills.

A solid technical accounting background, including the ability to research and analyze accounting standards and a history of dealing with complex accounting transactions, and determining the impact of changing accounting guidance

The ability to think strategically and effectively work across functions to resolve complex business problems

Ability to set and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Creative and innovative with the ability to recommend and implement improved processes

Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including excel

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

About Us

BlackBerry (NYSE : BB; TSX : BB) is a trusted security software and services company that provides enterprises and governments with the technology they need to secure the Internet of Things. Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, the company is unwavering in its commitment to safety, cybersecurity and data privacy, and leads in key areas such as artificial intelligence, endpoint security and management, encryption and embedded systems. You couldn’t choose a more exciting time to consider joining us! For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry.

It is the policy of BlackBerry to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic / civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

EEO Minorities / Females / Protected Veteran / Disabled

BlackBerry strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] or contact our HR department by calling 1-519-888-7465. We will reply to your request as soon as possible.

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