Accountant - #1090226

This role is responsible for a wide range of accounting and financial functions for QHQ, including financial and management reporting, audit and GST reporting, EDB reporting, consolidation of accounts, and oversight of shared Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions with QSG. This position also involves budgeting and forecasting activities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare financial reports and analyses. 
• Manage general ledger and month-end close. 
• Maintain fixed asset records and controls. 
• Track product transfer costs. 
• Consolidate accounts. 
• Prepare audit, GST, and EDB reports. 
• Manage payroll processing and tax compliance. 
• Ensure compliance with ISO, GMP, and FDA regulations. 
• Oversee AR and collections. 
• Prepare sales reports. 
• Manage intercompany reconciliations. 
• Support bank and AP payments. 
• Develop and manage budgets. 
• Prepare financial forecasts and variance analysis. 
• Support Finance Controller with ad-hoc requests.

Education/Experience and Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting; part/qualified accountant preferred. 
• 4-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent communication (verbal, written, and presentation) skills. 
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel. Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, and Business Objects is a plus. 
• Ability to handle large datasets and maintain accuracy. 
• Ability to manage team members (in a shared services context) and drive accountability. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound business judgment.