Finance - Senior Financial Accountant
We’re Hiring!Senior Financial AccountantToronto, ONwww.socan.com
POSITION TYPE: Permanent Full-TimeHIRING RANGE: $84,480 - $105,600REASON FOR HIRING: Replacement WORK MODEL: RemoteLANGUAGE: English, French is an asset
WHO WE ARESOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators and publishers receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents nearly 200,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Through licensing, global royalty collection and advocacy, we help creators to keep making the music that entertains, moves, and inspires us
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ANTI-RACISM SOCAN thrives with a variety of viewpoints, identities, and backgrounds, and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, race, age, culture, sexual orientation, religious belief, or physical ability. Learn more about SOCAN’s commitment to Inclusion & Anti-Racism.
WHY WORK WITH US?
Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community
Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance
Get involved in the rapidly changing creative space
Advocate for and empower the creative community
Together, we’ll help music creators earn more income and make a living
WHAT WE OFFER
35-hour workweek schedule (possible flexible work options i.e., 4-day work week (position based)
Twelve paid sick days annually (including five personal days)
Access to SOCAN fitness facility
Annual Performance Incentive bonus (dependent on a personal and company performance)
Defined contribution Pension Plan
Comprehensive, health and dental benefits program
Inclusive and collaborative working environment
ABOUT THE ROLE
The duties and responsibilities of this role are to manage all aspects of the financial accounting for the organization. This includes financial statement preparation, quarterly Board reporting, preparing for financial statement audits, transfer pricing and intercompany transactions, general ledger maintenance and reconciliations. This position would play a lead role in budget and forecast preparation, be involved in various new and ongoing projects and recommend efficiencies. In addition, this role will assist in the preparation and review of the financial statements when necessary.
WHAT YOU’LL DO / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting:
Creation of monthly reports including forecasting, cash flow statements and balance sheets
Development and documentation of processes and procedures ensuring financial controls are in place for the organization
Involvement in preparing presentations to the Board Meeting
Conduct variance analysis and participation in valuation exercises for the subsidiaries
Accomplishes finance and organizational mission by completing related results as needed
Strengthen governance across all aspects of financial reporting
Financial Accounting:
Produce detailed monthly statements for each department, along with a consolidated income statement and balance sheet
Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Resolve late entries, exceptions and other closing issues
Lead the interim and year-end audits (i.e. preparation of financial statements and working papers) and liaise with the external financial statement Auditor
Prepare standardized supporting documents to support amounts and disclosures reflected on financial statements
Support corporate tax, HST/GST filings with accurate schedules and documentation
Projects:
Migration of the financial data into Epicor from other accounting systems
Test and verify correct financial data within Epicor after transfer
Reviewing current financial processes and recommending efficiencies
All other tasks and duties assigned
WHAT YOU WILL BRING / QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Degree or diploma in business, finance, accounting, or a related field
A recognized professional accounting designation (e.g. CPA) is required
5+ years of corporate financial accounting experience
Experience with Epicor or similar ERP system is an asset
Knowledge of accounting software packages preferable EPICOR and AP Link
Knowledge of e-commerce banking applications e.g., AR/AP link
Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
General accounting skills
General knowledge of GST/HST/QST tax rules
Excellent communications skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONSOCAN is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at [email protected] and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYSOCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.
If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply
HOW TO APPLYIf you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to hear from you: http://www.socan.com/careers/
Thank you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to interview.
To learn more about SOCAN, go to www.socan.com. You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@SOCANmusic/@SOCANmusique).
Apply Now
POSITION TYPE: Permanent Full-TimeHIRING RANGE: $84,480 - $105,600REASON FOR HIRING: Replacement WORK MODEL: RemoteLANGUAGE: English, French is an asset
WHO WE ARESOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators and publishers receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents nearly 200,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Through licensing, global royalty collection and advocacy, we help creators to keep making the music that entertains, moves, and inspires us
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ANTI-RACISM SOCAN thrives with a variety of viewpoints, identities, and backgrounds, and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, race, age, culture, sexual orientation, religious belief, or physical ability. Learn more about SOCAN’s commitment to Inclusion & Anti-Racism.
WHY WORK WITH US?
Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community
Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance
Get involved in the rapidly changing creative space
Advocate for and empower the creative community
Together, we’ll help music creators earn more income and make a living
WHAT WE OFFER
35-hour workweek schedule (possible flexible work options i.e., 4-day work week (position based)
Twelve paid sick days annually (including five personal days)
Access to SOCAN fitness facility
Annual Performance Incentive bonus (dependent on a personal and company performance)
Defined contribution Pension Plan
Comprehensive, health and dental benefits program
Inclusive and collaborative working environment
ABOUT THE ROLE
The duties and responsibilities of this role are to manage all aspects of the financial accounting for the organization. This includes financial statement preparation, quarterly Board reporting, preparing for financial statement audits, transfer pricing and intercompany transactions, general ledger maintenance and reconciliations. This position would play a lead role in budget and forecast preparation, be involved in various new and ongoing projects and recommend efficiencies. In addition, this role will assist in the preparation and review of the financial statements when necessary.
WHAT YOU’LL DO / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting:
Creation of monthly reports including forecasting, cash flow statements and balance sheets
Development and documentation of processes and procedures ensuring financial controls are in place for the organization
Involvement in preparing presentations to the Board Meeting
Conduct variance analysis and participation in valuation exercises for the subsidiaries
Accomplishes finance and organizational mission by completing related results as needed
Strengthen governance across all aspects of financial reporting
Financial Accounting:
Produce detailed monthly statements for each department, along with a consolidated income statement and balance sheet
Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Resolve late entries, exceptions and other closing issues
Lead the interim and year-end audits (i.e. preparation of financial statements and working papers) and liaise with the external financial statement Auditor
Prepare standardized supporting documents to support amounts and disclosures reflected on financial statements
Support corporate tax, HST/GST filings with accurate schedules and documentation
Projects:
Migration of the financial data into Epicor from other accounting systems
Test and verify correct financial data within Epicor after transfer
Reviewing current financial processes and recommending efficiencies
All other tasks and duties assigned
WHAT YOU WILL BRING / QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Degree or diploma in business, finance, accounting, or a related field
A recognized professional accounting designation (e.g. CPA) is required
5+ years of corporate financial accounting experience
Experience with Epicor or similar ERP system is an asset
Knowledge of accounting software packages preferable EPICOR and AP Link
Knowledge of e-commerce banking applications e.g., AR/AP link
Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
General accounting skills
General knowledge of GST/HST/QST tax rules
Excellent communications skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONSOCAN is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at [email protected] and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYSOCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.
If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply
HOW TO APPLYIf you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to hear from you: http://www.socan.com/careers/
Thank you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to interview.
To learn more about SOCAN, go to www.socan.com. You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@SOCANmusic/@SOCANmusique).
Apply Now