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Senior Financial Accountant

Location:Central Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Type:Permanent
Posted:16th Mar 2007
Closing Date:13th Apr 2007
Posted By:Creative Financial Staffing
Details:
Senior Financial Accountant

Job Summary:

Provide expert advice and direction to staff and management regarding financial transactions, financial reporting, financial systems, planning and broad financial issues; participate and/or manage and direct accounting/system projects; represent management in defining and communicating financial reporting and internal control requirements on projects or initiatives which have Board wide impact operationally and financially.

Knowledge of:

1. Knowledge of accounting practices/principles and theories usually acquired through a recognized university degree and/or professional certification in CA, CMA, CGA.

2. Proficiency in the application and interpretation of accounting/auditing principles and techniques acquired through related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

3. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Auditing Standards
(GAAP) to identify and advise on financial reporting requirements.

4. Knowledge of system theory and project management to examine controls and
control techniques; conduct risk assessment, risk analysis and to provide informed feedback on compliance with internal controls and financial reporting requirements of the Board

5. Knowledge of mainframe computer systems and associated software to access and retrieve information from various financial systems; develop PC software applications for analysis, and reporting of financial information.

6. Knowledge of WSIB organizational structure/operational policies/procedures to
ensure financial transactions are properly recorded.

7. Knowledge of WSIB budget system and processes; awareness of current economic trends and other environmental factors and indicators as it applies to the WSIB to forecast/project financial position of the Board.

8. Knowledge of WSIB accounting policies and procedures to provide advice and
direction to management and staff on financial issues; to ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

9. Knowledge of relevant sections of WSI Act and regulations, Pension Act, Inter
Jurisdictional Agreement, Labour Canada Agreement and any other regulations
that impact financial transactions at the Board to ensure compliance.

10. Knowledge of internal/external clients, agencies and their relationship to the Board to assist in the planning process (budget) and to address complex financial issues and questions.


Required Competencies

Customer Focus, Decision Quality, Functional/Technical Skills, Interpersonal Savvy, Organizational Agility, Problem Solving, Process Management, Self Development, Time Management, Written Communications

LOCATION: Toronto
CONTACT: Maria Volpe


At CFS where we do more than just we run ADS

CFS is the largest national privately held accounting and finance placement firm. Since its inception in 1994 CFS has developed over 47 full fledged offices exclusively with the focus on accounting and finance professionals. We function as a fully integrated division of leading accounting firms in each of our local markets. CFS offers all the benefits of being part of a national company, while still enjoying the close knit, family-feel of your local office.

The Toronto office is affiliated with Crowe, Chizek & Company LLP, the 8th largest accounting firm in the U.S. and leading North American member of Horwath International. Candidates are attracted to CFS because of our impressive client base and long-term relationships. We are continually commended on our individual focus and service to ensure that every placement we do is the absolute BEST.

 
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