Manager, Accounting and Reporting

Industry
Accounting & Finance
Location
Nova Scotia
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Manager, Accounting and Reporting    
Dartmouth, NS
Reference # HL-IRS-8404


Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history. By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.  At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? 


The Manager, Accounting and Reporting supports the establishment of financial reporting standards and ensures appropriate implementation of accounting policies in according with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Standards and J.D. Irving Ltd. group reporting framework. The role supports complex accounting standards, financial reporting, compliance and internal controls.


Responsibilities will include:
 
  • Advise internally on the financial reporting impacts of contracts, operational decisions etc.
  • Advise and estimate the impact of new reporting standards and principles on the financial statements of the Shipbuilding Division.
  • Coordinate with corporate, external auditors, internal auditors, internal finance staff and other areas of operations impacting financial reporting.
  • Assist to implement various Finance and corporate initiatives.
  • Reviews period end journal entries and accruals while supporting the Director in the delivery of results to stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess:
 
  • Bachelor's degree and Professional Qualification (e.g. CPA) required. 
  • Track record of post-qualification experience - generally 10 years including 4-7 years of people leadership experience.
  • Application of accounting principles.
  • Ability to translate financial reporting/finance language into plain/relevant to the audience language.
  • Analytical skills.
  • In depth knowledge of accounting principles.
  • In depth knowledge/experience in financial reporting.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Project/initiative management.
  • Conflict resolution – team mentorship and management.

About Us
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.


Due to the nature of work performed by Irving Shipbuilding, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).


Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.


We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.


To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking “Apply Now” below:
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon know.


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