Supervise daily accounting operations and staff while ensuring accurate financial reporting. Support month-end and year-end close, forecasting, budgeting, account reconciliations, inventory and capital asset reviews, audits, and financial analysis. Prepare reports for management, train employees, coordinate with other departments, meet deadlines, and recommend accounting process improvements.
Job Title: Supervisor, Accounting
Job Summary
Oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, managing department members, ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported, work with plant management through reporting and ah hoc requests and assist Accounting Manager on any required tasks.
Responsibility
- Assist the month-end and year-end process including reconciling accounts, preparing journal entries and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Assist with the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting process and providing financial analysis to support decision-making.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports and present financial information to managers.
- Assist in physical inventory and capital asset reconciliations.
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff, including assigning tasks, providing training and conducting performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Participate in audits and prepare requested documentation for auditors.
- Assist in the implementation of goals and objectives and suggest improvements to accounting processes.
Academic/Educational Requirements
- A university degree in business administration, accounting or related field with a CPA designation is required.
Required Skills/Experience
- Minimum of five years of experience in accounting field. Previous supervisory experience is an asset
- Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports and present financial information to managers.
- Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of applicable software programs including Excel, IFS and One Stream.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work as part of a team and interact with co-workers and act as a liaison between different departments.
- Ability to identify training needs and train workers in job duties and company policies.
What Linamar Has to Offer
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Council
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.
Linamar Corporation Guelph, Ontario, CAN Office
287 Speedvale Ave. W., Guelph, ON, Canada, N1H1C5
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