Senior Accountant (Remote within Ottawa)

Multiview is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team based in the Ottawa office. This role will help maintain Multiview as an employer of choice by providing support in a wide range of finance and accounting functions to the organization.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, as a member of the Finance team, you will be providing support in a wide range of finance and accounting functions. The successful candidate will be an experienced and highly motivated team player who is detail oriented, a self-starter and someone who can meet the demands of a fast-paced growing technology company while maintaining a positive attitude.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

At Multiview, we want our employees to “Work Smart” by looking for efficiencies in how they work, be “Client Obsessed” by understanding who we are supporting, have a “Stronger Together” attitude that prioritizes teamwork and collective success, and a “Believe in Better” mindset and a positive attitude. In this role, as a member of the Finance team, you will use your strong attention to detail to help the team excel.

If this sounds like you, read on!

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Supporting all aspects of Multiview’s recurring accounting processes including:

• Responsible for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage daily accounting actives including general ledger entries, payables, receivables, bank reconciliations, accruals, prepaids entries. Including account reconciliations and continuities schedules,
• Prepare recurring subscription and contractual milestone payments per customer contract, and maintain revenue recognition schedules,
• Prepare payroll and related payroll entries for both Canada and US employees, including but not limited monitoring provincial, state and federal payroll returns.
• Prepare and review sales taxes in both Canada and the U.S to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with external partners (auditors and registered agents) in the preparation of annual income tax returns, annual reports and year-end audit
• Assist in developing and implementing process improvements and expand and/ or improve the existing internal control environment.
• Prepare and analyze regular and ad-hoc financial reports to support management decision-making.
• Provide guidance to department leads on how to interpret financial results.
• Foster a collaborative work environment in alignment with Multiview values.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Director of Finance
• Financial Analyst
• Department leads
• All staff across Canada and the US

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Extensive collaboration with the Finance team and other departments
• Based out of Ottawa, ON offices. While this employee can work remotely, the ability to be in the Ottawa office as required is necessary.

COMPETENCIES PORTFOLIO:

• Accounting Skills- Strong, in-depth knowledge of finance and accounting close cycle is required to perform the role competently. The incumbent must be comfortable using the technology and be able to explain it to others. This level of expertise is gained through extensive on the job experience.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with cross-functional teams to effectively address the needs of each team while always maintaining the employee/client’s outcomes as the driver
• Problem solving – Proactive in anticipating and resolving problems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organization – Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously, effectively prioritize initiatives to meet deadlines and commitments, and achieve operational excellence
• Initiative – Seek, own and complete tasks using own initiative; work independently with little supervision; have a strong bias to action

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• A degree (or similar) with a focus on accounting or finance from a recognized university or college
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar accounting / finance role
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting standards such as ASPE or IFRS in particular revenue recognition standards.
• CPA or progress towards CPA considered an asset
• Ability to work independently within a team environment and take initiative
• Familiarity with an enterprise accounting applications system, and high proficiency in MS Excel
• Excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and high initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive information
• A positive, supportive and professional attitude
• Willingness to be coached, mentored and driven to reach your fullest potential

ABOUT US:

Multiview builds powerful, easy-to-use financial applications for clients across North America. As a leader in the ERP/Financial Software industry, we partner with sophisticated clients across multiple industries to End Month End™. We are extremely proud of the company we have built. Bringing together professionals with diverse backgrounds, talents, and expertise is vital to making our company stronger.

We are proud to be the recipient of the Top 100 Employers in the National Capital Region and Top 100 SME Employer in Canada awards, and Best Workplaces in Canada.

Our people-first culture is our biggest advantage, and we are excited to share that commitment with you!

WHY JOIN MULTIVIEW?

At Multiview, you can make an impact that matters in a way that you never thought possible. With endless opportunities, and a company culture built to empower and develop our people to be the very best they can be, Multiview is THE Software Company for you to learn, grow, create, connect, and lead. We do this by taking care of our employees first.

Multiview strongly believe that a great job should provide flexibility both at work and in life and we encourage that by offering:

• Competitive Compensation with benefits from Day 1
• 4 weeks' vacation to start, additional paid time off to supplement work-life balance, wellness, and mental health days.
• Company paid competitive Benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Vision, and more.
• Workplace Flexibility
• Continuous growth opportunities, professional development training allowances, and leadership development

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit your resume, and a cover letter describing, why you are a unique fit for this position by applying to this posting.