Senior Accountant

ONBOARDING YOU TO THE COMPANY

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. Power Grid & Connect (G&C) North America delivers energy infrastructure solutions that help shape the grid of tomorrow ensuring security efficiency and sustainability across the continent.

Nexans recognises the differences that make each employee valuable and unique. Diversity is key to performance and to our global ambition to lead the world in the energy transition towards a sustainable planet. This we know from experience. All differences are appreciated and respected at Nexans. As a result you will be an active part of a multinational organisation where we cultivate the culture of sharing your unique point of view. This is why we encourage diversity in our recruitment Bring yours to Nexans it is welcome! #PowerToInnovate #PowerToImpact #PowerToCare

WHO ARE WE

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. For over a century Nexans has played a crucial role in the electrification of the planet. With around 28000 people in 42 countries the Group is leading the charge to the new world of electrification: safer sustainable renewable decarbonized and accessible to everyone Nexans recognizes the differences that make each employee valuable and unique.

WELCOMING YOU TO THE TEAM

Our story starts in 1911 manufacturing cables to support the distribution of power generated from Niagara Falls Nexans has proudly contributed to Canadas growth. We have been involved in many of Canadas most ambitious projects; from dams bridges energy transmission and distribution to railroads and transportation. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer and our products are made at facilities located in Quebec Ontario and Saskatchewan.

As a Senior Accountant you will report directly to the Senior Accounting Manager of the BU North America and you will have a key role in the overall financial reporting functions for Nexans Canada including the financial analysis reconciliations and accounting.

GETTING TO KNOW THE POSITION

This role supports the Senior Accounting Manager with month-end close and financial reporting and plays a key part in delivering accurate and timely results for Nexans Canada and the Group. You will independently handle journal entries balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations collaborate with other Nexans entities and support tax and audit processes by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

Financial Accounting & Month-End Close

• Lead month-end close activities including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Review assigned account reconciliations and prepare monthly reconciliation listings
• Review invoices as part of payment proposal processes
• Perform weekly and monthly freight GL coding (FSL)
• Maintain complete accurate and compliant accounting documentation

Financial Reporting & Consolidation

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly HFM reporting packages for Corporate France
• Coordinate and validate financial and non-financial data used in the consolidation process
• Prepare HFM statistical reporting
• Assist in the preparation of legal entity financial statements for external reporting
• Complete Statistics Canada reporting

Intercompany Audit & Compliance

• Perform quarterly intercompany reconciliations in HFM and manage intercompany recharge invoices
• Support external auditors by providing work papers reconciliations and supporting documentation
• Assist with tax-related requests
• Review local vendor master data changes

Cost Payroll & Business Support

• Manage monthly fixed-cost reporting for department managers
• Prepare weekly and bi-weekly payroll journal entries for our two plants ( ON and SK)
• Prepare monthly quarterly and annual union remittances for our SK plant
• Prepare research and analyze financial information to support management initiatives
• Contribute to ad hoc projects as required

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• University degree in Business or Accounting;
• Minimum 3-5 years of accounting and financial analysis experience preferably in a manufacturing costing environment
• Recognized accounting designation is highly recommended
• Excellent knowledge of International (IFRS/IAS) is an asset
• Familiarity with SAP and Hyperion Financial Management is highly recommended
• Excellent knowledge of Excel proficient in Word and Powerpoint
• Strong oral written and interpersonal communication skills and general business understanding
• Strong analytical planning and organizational skills required
• Ability to thrive as a self-starter in an environment with tight deadlines
• Progressive and continuous learner
• Independent problem solving abilities
• Time management and organization skills
• Able to gain credibility with all levels of employees

WHY WORK WITH US

• Interesting and varied work in an international dynamic and multidisciplinary environment
• As a group we believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential thats why were committed to providing you with a range of internal mobility opportunities for professional and personal development
• Comprehensive benefits package including flexible dental/healthcare/vision options a competitive Company matched Defined Contribution Plan additional voluntary retirement fund options

Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities

OUR GROWTH CULTURE

Among our employees we share the same values- we are pioneers of the energy transition dedicated to deliver to the highest standards of performance united to achieve our ambitious goal.

At the individual level our growth culture is built on trust and collaboration. We wish to welcome you as a valuable member of our team. To enable impact we believe in autonomy at the local level at same time as we encourage knowledge sharing within our global engineering competence.

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