Senior Financial Accountant

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Ontario; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Accountant specializing in automation and digital tools. The ideal candidate will support financial reporting and account closing activities while leveraging technology to streamline processes. Opportunities for career development and a flexible working environment are offered.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Healthy Work-Life Balance

Flexible Working Environment

Competitive Overall Compensation

Flexible Social Benefits

Paid Leave Entitlements

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing

Contribution to Social Responsibility Initiatives

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience; experience with 'Big4' is an asset.
• Knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead the deployment and maintenance of automated accounting systems.
• Collaborate with external auditors to prepare reports.

Skills

Data Analysis

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Education

College / University Degree in Finance

Business Administration

Accounting

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Tableau

SAP

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant specializing in automation and digital tools to join our team. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of accounting principles and practices, along with a passion for leveraging technology to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. This individual will support the financial reporting team and account closing activities.

What You Will Bring to the Company

• Financial Statement Preparation : Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and notes required by law in North America, utilizing automated tools to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Automation Implementation : Lead the deployment and maintenance of automated accounting systems and digital tools to improve reporting accuracy, governance, and closing processes.
• Investment Valuation and Stewardship : Support the consolidation of the long-term annual plan and reporting using digital solutions (e.g., Alteryx, PowerBI). Assist in the annual valuation of revenue-generating business units by collaborating with internal business partners and external valuation firms.
• External Audit Liaison : Collaborate with external auditors to prepare quarterly and annual reports, providing SAP reports and supporting documents efficiently via digital platforms.
• Integration : Assist in integrating the wind energy sector with Gaz and energy's other business sectors.
• Core Project Support : Support core accounting projects and other activities requiring local knowledge and proximity, utilizing digital tools to facilitate collaboration and communication.

Requirements

• College / university degree in finance, business, accounting, or business administration
• At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience; experience with 'Big4' and public accounting is an asset
• Knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau) is an asset
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive, managing projects independently with minimal supervision

About Siemens Energy

Through our business functions, we enable our organization to achieve its goals by providing top-tier services and solutions in IT, HR, finance, real estate, strategy, and technology.

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With around 100,000 dedicated employees in over 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of tomorrow, ensuring that the world's growing energy demand is met reliably and sustainably. Our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and form the foundation of one-sixth of global electricity production.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We have a heritage of 150 years of innovation, inspiring us to seek individuals who support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Diversity Commitment

We are all different, and diversity is our strength. It operates through inclusion, and our collective creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates everyone's personality—regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Opportunities for career development and training
• A work culture focused on support and healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working environment—variable hours, remote work, and digital workspaces
• Competitive overall compensation
• Flexible social benefits and savings programs
• Paid leave entitlements
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Contribution to our social responsibility initiatives