Purpose:
As a 15-month term position Manager in the Accounting and Finance department, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the financial health of the organization. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, leading AP/AR staff and implementing effective financial strategies. This position requires a strong background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day financial operations of the company, including accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Prepare and analyse, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Process payroll and guarantee punctual and accurate payment to employees, while adhering to payroll regulations.
- Reconcile bank statements and promptly address any discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
- Ensure the accurate recording of financial transactions and proper communication of financial information.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
- Conduct regular reviews to identify areas of improvement, mitigate risks, and maintain financial accuracy.
- Assist operations team in performing inventory counts throughout the term.
- Prepare day-to-day payments to vendors/receive payments from customers.
- Manage and mentor the AP/AR staff, providing guidance and support in achieving departmental and organizational objectives.
- Collaborate with department heads to develop and monitor budgets, providing insights and recommendations to optimize financial performance.
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company’s growth and long-term financial sustainability.
- Establish and maintain relationships with external auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.
- At least once or twice a month, visit the Oxbow location.
Qualifications:
- CPA certification is required.
- Proven experience as a Finance & Accounting Manager or similar role
- Proficient in financial management software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and integrity.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with Acumatica ERP systems and Beanworks AP management system.
- Knowledge of relevant tax regulations.
- Previous experience in a similar industry.
Benefits:
Axiom Equipment Group offers a challenging work environment, competitive wage and benefit package and a strong commitment to continuous improvement and excellence. We continue to build a strong team that has depth in both personal leadership skills as well as industry related training and experience.
Job Type:
Full-time, 15-month contract.
Salary:
$40 – $50 per hour
Location:
Oxbow, Saskatchewan / Regina, Saskatchewan
8:00 – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
About Axiom Equipment Group:
Our mission is to provide innovative and efficient technologies leading to a green future for our customers’ continued success. Our vision is to be the North American brand of choice for innovative and eco-friendly equipment solutions, with reliability and efficiency as a focus.
Axiom Equipment Group is proud to be Great Place to Work Certified®. Making the commitment to invest in our people is how we’ve developed a winning company culture and thriving organization.
Our core values:
Safety: We make safety the top priority in everything we do.
Integrity: We ensure fairness, honesty and trust mark every relationship inside and outside of the company.
Commitment: We are committed to giving our best to every customer, employee and supplier.
Teamwork: We function as a team to develop and maintain the highest levels of expertise and quality in every area.
Spirit: We have an enthusiastic and passionate atmosphere for overcoming challenges and achieving success.
Continuous Improvement: We commit to excellence through ongoing systems development to ensure profitability and superior solutions for our customers.
