Intermediate Accountant

Work-model: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full Time

Reporting to the Lead Financial Accounting Modernization the Intermediate Accountant is a critical member of theAccountinggroup within Shared Services. This roleis responsible foraccurateandtimelyrecording offinancial transactionsmaintainingthe integrity of the trial balance and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

The role collaborates closely with internal stakeholders and external partners including auditors and banks to ensure compliance strengthen internal controls and contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy across the finance function.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

• Lead and execute month-end and year-end closing processes including journal entries account reconciliations and account analysis.

• Support external audits (enterprise-wide and branch level) by preparing working papers and providing required documentation.

• Assistin statutory and tax compliance including direct and indirect tax filings and audit preparation.

• Monitor and record bank transactions; prepare and reconcile period bank statements.

• Maintain and account for tangible and intangible assets software implementation assets prepaids accounts payable tax payable accruals and other liabilities.

• Support accounting for corporate credit card transactions and prepare related schedules.

• Investigate resolve and reconcile account discrepancies to ensureaccuratefinancial reporting.

• Manage relationships with external parties such as banks and auditors.

• Leverage technology to improve accounting efficiency strengthen internal controls andmaintaincybersecurity awareness.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of new processes internal controls and streamlined reporting practices.

• Document and update standard operating procedures policies and training materials.

• Support onboarding mentoring and training of new team members fostering a collaborative and technically proficient team environment.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting ora relatedfield (or equivalent experience).

• Relevant professional accountingqualification(CPA CA ACCA) or enrollment in a CPA program.

• 37 years of relevant experience in similar organizations with exposure to full-cycle accounting.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles internal controls and financial reporting standards (IFRS ASNPO ASPE; GAAP and IPSAS knowledge is an asset).

• Excellent accuracy attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to meet reporting deadlines and work across time zones (Africa).

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel (intermediateadvanced) Teams BI Office Connect; Workday ERP experience is a plus.

• Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills; able to present financial information to diverse stakeholders.

• High integrity cultural sensitivity and maturity in a multi-national environment.

• Results-driven innovative intellectually curious and comfortable with ambiguity.

• Experience with multi-national accounting currency and tax considerations is an asset.

• Supervisory experience and mentoring skills are a plus.

• Adaptability to the Foundations values and ability to engage with empathy and purpose.

The annual salary for this position is within the range of $ 85000to $100000 (CAD)commensuratewith experience skills and internal equity considerations.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN RECRUITMENT

The Foundationusesartificial intelligence(AI)enabled toolsto screenassessand/or selectapplicants for this positionincluding but may not be limited tothe use of AI-assisted resumescreeningandassessments to support theinitialstage of the recruitmentprocess.Applications of qualified candidates asidentifiedby the AI tool are reviewed by representatives of the Foundation before shortlisting for an interview.

ACCOMMODATION

The Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. If you requireaccommodation due to a disability or any other protected ground under applicable legislationduring any stage of the recruitment process please let our recruitment team know by contacting us at:. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we canprovideequitableopportunities. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.