Accounting & Finance Assistant Manager

General Summary: We are seeking an Assistant Manager to join our Accounting and Finance Team. At Toyota Boshoku Canada, we contribute to society by developing leading-edge technologies and manufacturing high-quality products. As a world-class automotive parts supplier, we believe that teamwork and collaboration are essential to achieving our goals.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.CPA designation or active progression and advance standing in CPA program through a recognized CPA pathway.Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, or a related finance function.Strong knowledge of applicable generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), financial reporting, and internal controls.Demonstrated experience with month-end closing, account reconciliations, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial/ERP systems.Strong knowledge of manufacturing and cost-accounting principles.Previous accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing or automotive environment.Experience with Oracle ERP, Hyperion Financial Management, relational databases, and Microsoft Access.Experience with Excel macros, Visual Basic, SQL queries, automation, or other financial reporting/data-analysis tools.Previous experience providing leadership, coaching, or guidance to accounting or finance team members.Japanese-language proficiency is considered an asset where it supports communication with Japan-based business stakeholders.JOB DUTIES:Manages the month-end closing to ensure financial statements are accurately reported in coordination with company policy and GAAPProvide guidance and support to Accounting and Finance team members as required.Collaborate cross-functionally with Production Control, Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, Human Resources, and other departments on financial matters.Support the Finance/Accounting Manager with financial analysis, special projects, process improvements, and departmental priorities.Promote continuous improvement and identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial processes and reporting.Perform other related duties, special projects, and ad hoc financial analysis as assigned.Verifies any ERP modules and system sub-modules are interfacing correctly to the general ledgerTracks all closing journal entries to ensure proper posting and reversal when neededReviews the trial balance and account reconciliations to assure accounts represent real financial positionsReports on financial results to the Plant Management team and Corporate Head OfficeCompletes reporting packages using Hyperion Financial Management softwareAnalyzes results compared to plan and forecast providing insightful commentaryParticipate in monthly Cost Committee meetings discussing KPI's (key performance indicators) and financial resultsLeads the annual planning process and prepares monthly forecasts based on performance indicatorsHosts audits with the Internal Controls team and external auditors when requiredFacilitates and monitors internal control measures by maintaining documents of key controls and measuring the actual processes against the controlsValidates the perpetual inventory is reflective of all inventory transactions (i.e. shipping, receiving, transfers and scrap)Ensures bill of materials and standard costs are accurate and relevant to business conditions (i.e. Annual cost roll, new products and engineering changes)Leads physical inventory events in coordination with the plant Production Control teamHosts annual fixed asset audit of all plant capitalAny other ad-hoc functions and reporting as requestedWe appreciate all resumes submitted; however, only those candidates considered for employment will be contacted.TBCA is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility for people with disabilities. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please email the Human Resources at or call .