Finance Vacancy at PFL (Preparation for Life)

Job Title: Finance and Account Manager

• The Accountant contributes to the overall success of the organization by effectively managing financial tasks for the organization.

• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the company in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met including Charitable Status, Withholding Payments (CPP, EI), Income Tax, Goods and Services Tax, Employer Health Tax.
• Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit and liaise with the Audit Committee and the external auditors as necessary.
• Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions.
• Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, payroll and petty cash
• Reconcile bank statements/records and accounts.
• Review monthly financial results and implement monthly variance reporting.
• Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that personnel and financial information is secure and stored in compliance with current legislation.
• Manage the acquisition of capital assets and ensure that assets are properly recorded, amortized, and disposed of as appropriate.

• Oversee all payroll functions to ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner.
• Negotiate and manage the employee insurance and benefits plans.
• Process and submit statutory remittances on time.

• Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation, and prepare the annual budget.
• Assist Country HR Manager, National Sales Manager and Branch Managers with the preparation of budgets.

• Maintain financial records for each sending market in a manner that facilitates management reports.
• Ensure that accurate and timely financial statements are prepared in accordance with contract agreements.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of any EXPOs and Exhibitions.

• Evaluate the need for new technology to meet the organization’s financial data processing, control, and reporting requirements.
• Advise on financial resources to meet corporate projects.

• Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that organizational risks are minimized.
• Maximize income where possible and appropriate.
• Negotiate with Banks for lines of credit or other financial services as required and appropriate.

• University degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Business Management/Administration.

• Chartered Accountant, Certified General Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant designation is an asset.

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive financial responsibility.

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Excellent knowledge and experience in the use of at least one accounting software
• Proficient in the use of spreadsheets, databases, word processing, outlook and internet usage.
• Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation affecting the company.

• The Accountant will work closely with Account Manager/Group Finance Manager in order to decide wages, incentives, benefits and any matters of finances within the field at Country level.