Job Information
Centricity Research Corporate Accountant in Toronto, Ontario
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Corporate Accountant
Department:
Finance
Reports To:
Finance Manager
Direct Reports:
N/A
POSITION FUNCTION
Working closely with the Finance Manager, the Corporate Accountant is responsible for preparing and maintaining the Balance Sheet and Income Statement schedules and reconciliations. The Corporate Accountant will be heavily involved in the month-end and quarter-end process and reporting requirements. They will also be responsible for updating and maintaining the Cash Flow projections daily. Other responsibilities will include assisting with the annual budgets and audit preparation.
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Our Passionate Cause:
Revolutionizing Research & Changing Lives!
Organization Profile:
Centricity Research is a clinical research organization with more than 35 sites, access to over 7.8 million patients and participants, and more than 150 active investigators across Canada and the southeastern United States. Our name, Centricity Research, was purposefully chosen to signify the fact that we are customer centric. Our study participants, sponsors, CROs, and physicians are the cornerstone of our business. The name Centricity Research also highlights the fact that our organization has earned a position of prominence and importance within the industry. We aim to build and nurture strong, trusting relationships with all audiences, and being customer-centric is embedded within our company culture.
FUNdamentals:
Centricity Research recognizes the following core values as being essential characteristics for individual and collective success:
Dream Big
Go Above and Beyond
Do The Right Thing
Be Curious
Have Fun
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepare and reconcile monthly Balance Sheet and Income Statement reconciliations, including but not limited to, Prepaid Expenses, Fixed Assets, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
Monitor the cash flow movements and complete regular cash flow forecasting.
Assist the Finance Manager in preparing the monthly Financial Reporting Package and other monthly and quarterly financial reporting requirements.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations of the assigned bank accounts.
Assist the Finance team in sufficiently closing the month-end to ensure it is completed in a timely manner. Record the assigned monthly and quarterly journal entries as needed.
Assist with the preparation of the annual Budgets; communicate the budgets with the respective department leads as necessary.
Liaise with external auditors and preparation for annual audit.
Contribute to the Process Improvement initiatives and monitor internal controls.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Have obtained or in progress of obtaining their Professional Designation (CPA).
2-3 years of experience in corporate accounting and financial reporting/analysis.
CORE COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
Prerequisite (Essential):
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with team members.
Excellent computer skills (MS Excel, Word and Outlook).
Understanding of best financial practices and accounting processes.
Ability to manage deadlines and work in a high-pressure environment.
High attention to detail and strong follow-up skills.
Knowledge and experience of working with NetSuite software is a plus.
Foundation:
Conflict resolution
Receptive to feedback
Empowering & Developing others
Empathy Skills
Planning and organizing skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Achievement oriented
Analytical ability
Initiative
Decision making
Leadership:
Forward thinking
Innovative
Creative
Strategic thinking
Self confidence
Strong interpersonal skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical demands include but not limited to prolonged sitting, light lifting, standing, reaching, walking, and bending.
Frequently required to complete work on the computer in a seated position
WORKING CONDITIONS
Home office environment (Fully Remote)
BENEFITS
Comprehensive health benefits, competitive salary
RRSP or 401(k) contribution matching
Continued opportunities for growth & development; yearly education allowance
Paid holiday closures and employee appreciation days off
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