Financial Analyst
Join Livingston and grow your career in the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia.
Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston.
Job Type: Full Time
Location: ON Toronto - CN030
JOB SUMMARY
We currently have an opening for a Financial Analyst within our Financial Accounting team, with a focus on prepaids & fixed asset accounting. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: preparation of account reconciliations and analysis of assigned general ledger (G/L) accounts, ensuring all related journal entries are processed in a timely manner in accordance with IFRS and company guidelines, working on ad hoc projects to make the accounting close process more efficient and to provide timely and accurate information to support business decisions.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Carries out month end close activities such as: preparing reconciliations and analysis of assigned G/L accounts; monitoring monthly accruals of assigned G/L accounts; preparing journal entries as required.
Participates in quarterly and annual audits.
Maintain and update fixed asset sub-ledgers, ensuring accurate tracking of asset capitalization and disposals.
Perform regular reconciliations between fixed asset sub-ledgers and the general ledger to ensure data integrity and compliance.
Collaborating with other teams to get necessary information regarding capitalization and disposals of fixed assets.
Investigates and resolves or escalates issues on a timely basis relating to financial data quality, unusual transactions, outstanding items and reconciliations to department manager or supervisor and/or immediate manager when necessary.
Participate in projects that improve the accounting close cycle and support business decision making.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Technologically proficient; has an affinity for systems and applications
Knowledge of IFRS and audit standards
Good understanding of balance sheet accounts and accrual accounting
Excellent communication (written & oral) skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently as well as in a team
Ability to prioritize and effectively manage varying deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Ability to think critically and recommend ideas for improvement on existing established policies and practices
WORK EXPERIENCE – MINIMUM REQUIRED
2 years of related experienceEDUCATION
Required: Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Finance or AccountingCERTIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION
COMPETENCIES
AccountabilityLeading and DevelopingAgilityInclusion and CollaborationCustomer First FocusAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
For Canada: Livingston is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
