Posted by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, commonly referred to as Deloitte, is a international professional services network headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
Analyst, Accounting Operations Advisory – Canada
Job Description:
Participate in accounting diagnostics to assess the effectiveness of the finance function
Develop technical accounting positions for non-routine transactions
Participate in current state findings workshops, and stakeholder interviews, in order to understand and document key financial processes (i.e. procure to pay, financial close, reporting, etc.)
Understand and document company accounting system requirements and identify automation opportunities
Develop opportunities for improvement and recommendations for clients to improve their financial reporting cycle
Develop and lead communications – both internal and external – relevant to our professionals and clients
Opportunities may arise to serve clients and / or support local office teams around the country and / or internationally
Qualification:
Working towards completing, or finished, the CPA designation
Possess strong technical skills (e.g. GAAP, control certification, securities and regulatory, assurance) and experience in and knowledge of ASPE, IFRS, PSAS or US GAAP
Approaching engagements with a strategic perspective (options available, pros / cons of different options)
Operational (ability to translate the “what is required” into the “how it’s done”)
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
Problem solving (ability to “find it” and “fix it”)
Project management discipline and structure
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
Broad advisory skillsets (capacity to help client explore issues / opportunities)