Head of Accounting, Americas

Fime; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global player in consulting and testing services seeks a Head of Accounting for the Americas. In this vital role, oversee accounting operations for subsidiaries and ensure compliance with local standards. Candidates must have significant experience and strong leadership skills, with a commitment to the growth and development of their team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in accounting, preferably in a multi-entity, international environment.
• Strong command of local GAAP and corporate accounting policies.
• Proven leadership skills managing teams and cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounting activities across subsidiaries in USA, Canada, Brazil.
• Produce accurate financial statements in line with local GAAP.
• Lead and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Related Field

Master’s in Accounting or Audit

CPA, ACCA or Equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

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Head of Accounting, Americas

Company :

Fime enables its clients to create and launch trusted and secure solutions with consulting and testing services in payments, smart mobility, biometrics, and authentication. With 900+ experts around the world in over 20 locations, Fime is a multi-cultural global leading player its industry.

Inspired by our talented people, we are empowered to take ownership and innovate for the benefit of our clients. Employee growth is therefore our priority, and we demonstrate the appreciation of our people by providing them with opportunities to grow and new challenges both through internal promotion and international mobility.

At Fime, we are constantly evolving and moving forward together thanks to our values :

• Enable our customers.
• Support each other.

Your skills and your differences will be our greatest assets. Join Fime and make a difference!

Making innovation possible.

Making the world work.

Mission :

We are looking for a Head of Accounting, Americas to join our finance team. In this key leadership role, you will oversee the accounting operations of our regional subsidiaries. Your mission : ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, in full compliance with both local accounting standards and internal Group policies. You will play a critical role in financial reporting, consolidation, process improvement, and team development.

ACTIVITIES

• Supervise all accounting activities across the region's subsidiaries (USA, Canada, Brazil).
• Produce accurate financial statements in line with local GAAP and Group accounting standards.
• Ensure timely and reliable financial data integration for consolidation purposes.
• Lead and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and legal reporting obligations.
• Optimize and harmonize accounting processes in line with Group best practices.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a regional accounting team.
• Evaluate recruitment needs based on operational requirements and growth.
• Act as a primary contact for internal and external auditors.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 7 years of experience in in accounting, preferably in a multi-entity, international environment
• Strong command of local GAAP and corporate accounting policies.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams and cross-functional projects.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and ERP tools (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s in Accounting or Audit, CPA, ACCA or equivalent ).
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a dynamic setting.
• Fluent in English and French (both written and spoken).

Contract : permanent, full time

Starting at the latest : ASAP

Location : Montreal, Canada

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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Job function

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