Manager of Accounting and Payroll

Horizon Recruitment has an immediate need for a Manager of Payroll & Governance for our large industrial manufacturing client. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in full cycle accounting and a strong understanding of payroll processes.

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the integrity and accuracy of the payroll and HR general ledgers
• Oversight and approval of month-end and year-end close procedures including reconciliations, journal entries and adjustment of entries
• Develops and document processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Review and signs off on all payroll registers in conjunction with Payroll Manager (dual sign-off)
• Assist in the creation of labour analytics for all parts of the business
• Key role in internal control over financial reporting as it related to payroll processes
• Analyze & interpret financial results to assist and advise the leadership team
• Participates in the technology transformation project

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; CGA/CMA/CPA or equivalent required.
• 7–10 years of experience in senior accounting or financial management, providing full cycle accounting and preparation of financial statements
• 3–5 years of management & leadership experience
• Payroll & benefits accounting experience.
• Tact, diplomacy, and discretion in handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature
• Proven record of integrity and trust
• High level of customer focus and service orientation
• Demonstrated success as a team player and proven resiliency in moving the team forward
• Effectively able to prioritize workload and work under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced user knowledge in Excel, Word and Outlook
• Previous experience with JD Edward desired
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE) and related financial reporting requirements;
• Strong demonstrated knowledge of best practices in accounting, reporting, and financial services;
• Strong demonstrated knowledge in ERP (JDE or equivalent) Business Systems;
• Experience with data mining applications, preferably Business Intelligence;
• Strong demonstrated knowledge of analytical techniques and financial concepts to define and solve complex problems;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and effective listening skills;
• Proficient in MS-Office (Excel /Word/Outlook/PowerPoint/Visio)

Rewards:

• This role provides you with a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate's experience. $100k - $130k + Completion bonus
• Benefits package (including unlimited physiotherapy), dental, vision, medical leave coverage, wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees, on-site gym, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Homewood Health.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick-up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain