Job Description
As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service area in Canada.
At CMBC, one of BC’s Top Employers, we're committed to providing an innovative, healthy, and engaging workforce. This is reflected in our workforce of over 5,500 employees performing over 400 unique jobs, who are committed and empowered to deliver service that attracts nearly 1.1 million passengers daily and connects people, businesses, and communities in the Metro Vancouver region.
We have the important job of helping our passengers get to work, appointments, visiting with family and friends, and back again every day. Metro Vancouver relies on us, and we take that as a point of pride.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Supervises and provides financial expertise through financial accounting and reporting activities, account reconciliations, journal entries and complex analysis. Involves internal audit and controls, risk assessments, year-end audit and all other related reporting activities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Oversees monthly and year-end functions including but not limited to, preparing and posting journal entries, inter-company and month-end accruals - based on approval limit, month-end reconciliations and daily bank reconciliations. Specifically lead administration of CMBC p-cards and compliance with policy. Supervising the day-to-day duties of Accounting Clerks, providing guidance and ensuring that deadlines, procedure and performance standards are maintained, and outcomes are achieved.
Serves as the accounting subject matter expert by providing advanced level of expertise guidance to internal stakeholders of monthly variance analysis vs Budget and vs Forecast. Further conducts complex researches and analyzes the variances to interpret results and make critical recommendations.
Reviews the existing f accounting policies and procedures, ensuring their accuracy and GAAP compliance and recommends improvements for efficiencies Develops draft policies and procedures to be approved by Manager for execution and implementation.
Reviews and authorizes payments to vendors and suppliers (cheques, EFT, wire transfers and FX transactions) and resolve problems where necessary.
Prepares monthly and annual government tax returns and assist in the coordination of the year-end audit, planning and preparing information and schedules as needed.
Analyzes and researches assigned ad-hoc projects to deliver expertise on project teams.
Manages internal controls and perform risk assessments to address and resolve any timing and accuracy issues or recommend solutions to management.
Proactively identifies and develop recommendations for improvement on accounting processes and procedures to incorporate best practice.
Supervises reporting staff, providing leadership for hiring, training and development, coaching, performance planning and review and all other people management practices.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The requirements for this position would be acquired through the completion of a University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance and completion of an accounting designation (CPA)plus 4 years of progressive experience in in financial analysis, tax (corporate tax, GST and PST) and supervising staff within a large complex organization (including but not limited to union staff)
OTHER REQIREMENTS:
Advance knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.
Advance knowledge of relevant legislation
Advance knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office suite, specifically in Excel
Solid knowledge on financial information systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as solid interpersonal skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Solid supervisory skills
Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.
37.5 hours per week.
Hybrid
This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.
Salary $85,603 - $107,003 per annum (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).
The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.
Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to https://www.translink.ca/About-Us/Careers.aspx to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.
INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.
Posting Date: July 17, 2023
Closing Date: Open until filled
Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.
Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.
Coast Mountain Bus Company is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@coastmountainbus.com
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