CRH Looking for Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst at Concord, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with a proactive and analytical mindset. We are looking for someone who enjoys working in a challenging and fast-paced environment to support our business and team.

Responsibilities

• Preparation/review of monthly management accounts and financial reporting packages (US GAAP & IFRS) including commentary.
• Perform month end closing activities including the review of operating company and divisional submissions.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and notes disclosures.
• Assisting with Budgeting, forecasting, planning process.
• Conduct routine communication with business unit leaders and key partners relating to accounting, financial close, issues and deliverables, and other relevant financial matters.
• Lead the implementation of accounting policy changes in ERP and other reporting systems.
• Provide accounting policy expertise and training to various stakeholders (Finance, IT, Procurement, Operations etc.).
• Research and prepare technical accounting memos.
• Prepare for and respond to internal and external audit requests.
• Perform and evidence SOX controls as required.
• Preparation of ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting for senior management.
• Support requests related to presentation materials for management and executive level meetings.
• Identify and implement process improvement and automation opportunities to increase productivity that optimizes data efficiency and quality.
• Ad hoc projects as needed.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA required.
• Public accounting experience required.
• Project management experience in an audit context.
• Understanding of accounting within the manufacturing and/or construction industry would be an asset.
• 5+ Years of progressive accounting experience.

Key Competencies:

• Strong and demonstrated understanding of accounting principles, internal controls and other industry standards.
• Strong communication and influence skills are critical to support business in interpreting accounting treatment across CRH.
• Systems knowledge and interest are important to effectively utilize/leverage the financial systems in the performance of the role.
• Flexibility, initiative, and drive for change are key attributes to contribute to an efficient and high-quality team environment.
• Excellent analytical skills with an independent ability to recognize problems/issues and propose resolutions.
• Strong team player of excellent character, able to contribute positively while striving to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective written and oral communication skills to be able to communicate, document and train.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.