Business Accountant

OVERVIEW:

This role supports the CFO by managing the accounting and tax return preparation and filings of several companies.

This role is varied and provides exceptional exposure to financial reporting, planning, tax and budgeting. The role also prepares reports for the Advisory Board and supports the CFO with family and estate planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Complete and coordinate all accounting and tax work for holding and investment companies.

- Prepare monthly cash flow projections for holding companies.

- Prepare quarterly return summaries for investment companies.

- Prepare quarterly Advisory Board reports and related reconciliations.

- Assist with estate planning matters.

- Prepare and participate in quarterly tax planning sessions with tax advisors.

- Calculate annual distribution and track payments to stakeholders.

- Manage and track all life insurance policies against expectations.

- Assist with other CRA tax filings and reporting

- Prepare competitive analysis of financials for operating companies’ results against publicly traded companies.

- Leads annual budget process for principal operating companies.

- Mid term – Take over management of insurance portfolio and other risk management duties.

- Prepare quarterly bank covenant calculations.

- Provide professional back-up for other accounting key functions, as required.

- Gather data and ensure all Statistics Canada reports are complete and filed withing required timescales.

EDUCATION & SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

- CPA designation is required.

- 5 years experience in an accounting and tax role is essential.

- Familiarity with corporate and personal tax matters is required.

- Ability to prepare financial statement projections is required.

- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, while respecting critical deadlines is required.

- Exceptional level of Excel skills is essential.

- Ability to work successfully independently, and collaboratively with accounting and finance colleagues to obtain required data.

- Experience working in an accounting firm is highly desirable.

WHY JOIN THE MACEWEN TEAM?

- Learn and collaborate with the best in the industry.

- Supportive colleagues and leaders who are passionate about providing exceptional service.

- Competitive compensation package.

- 3 weeks vacation to start.

- Complete benefits program including health, medical, dental, and life insurance.

- RRSP plan with Company match from day one.

- “The perks” include employee gym membership reimbursement, discounts on motor fuels at our service stations, and purchases of equipment and heating oil.

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OUR CORE VALUES:

It is important to us that when you consider a new opportunity, you understand a little about the company, its history, and its values. It is important to us that our values fit with yours, then everyone wins. Our Core Values are the cornerstone of who we are as a company, and what we value. We hope that our Core Values speak to you and what you value.

- Customers First - We exist, first and foremost to serve our customers. They must be at the heart of all the decisions we make.

- Long-Term Focused - We value long-term success over short-term gains.

- Respect Each Other - Each person with whom we work, communicate, and do business is valued and treated with dignity and respect.

- Do The Right Thing - We stand by our word and do what's right.

- Own It - We are encouraged to be entrepreneurial and make decisions as if the business were our own.

- Ever Evolving - We embrace positive change and always seek to improve.

MacEwen is a Canadian-owned and operated fuel and convenience provider that has successfully built and sustained customer relationships in Ontario and Quebec for over 48 years.

MacEwen is recognized as one of Canada's leading independent petroleum and convenience store companies with over 150 retail locations, 16 Divisional Offices, and two distribution centers with identified brands such as Quickie, County Line, Jutzi, MacEwen and Esso.

The Company's continuing success is based on each one of our 315 employees living our core values. First and foremost is our commitment to taking care of our customers.

Before an offer of employment is extended, a minimum of two business references will be required and candidates must complete pre-employment testing which comprises a criminal record check.

Please notify Human Resources if you wish to receive this job posting in a different format or if you require any other accommodations during the recruitment process.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This posting is for a vacant position.