Music. People. Connected
We’re Hiring!
Financial Accountant – Contract
Toronto, ON
www.socan.com
Full-Time Contract (1-year)
Hybrid
WHO WE ARE
SOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators and publishers receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents nearly 200,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Through licensing, global royalty collection and advocacy, we help creators to keep making the music that entertains, moves, and inspires us.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ANTI-RACISM
SOCAN thrives with a variety of viewpoints, identities, and backgrounds, and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, race, age, culture, sexual orientation, religious belief, or physical ability. Learn more about SOCAN’s commitment to Inclusion & Anti-Racism.
WHY WORK WITH US?
Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community
Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance
Get involved in the rapidly changing creative space
Advocate for and empower the creative community
Together, we’ll help music creators earn more income and make a living
WHAT WE OFFER
35-hour workweek schedule (possible flexible work options i.e., 4-day work week (position based)
Access to SOCAN fitness facility
Inclusive and collaborative working environment
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Financial Accountant is responsible for managing all aspects of the financial accounting reporting. This includes financial statement preparation, quarterly Board reporting, preparing for financial statement audits, transfer pricing and intercompany transactions, general ledger maintenance and reconciliations. This position would play a lead role in budget and forecast preparation, be involved in various new and ongoing projects and recommend efficiencies. In addition, this role will assist in the preparation and review of the financial statements when necessary.
WHAT YOU’LL DO / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting:
Creation of monthly reports including cash flow statements, income statements and balance sheets
Development and documentation of processes and procedures ensuring financial controls are in place for the organization
Involvement in preparing presentations to the Board Meeting
Conduct variance analysis and participation in valuation exercises for the subsidiaries
Accomplishes finance and organizational mission by completing related results as needed
Financial Accounting and Analysis:
Produce monthly consolidated income statement and balance sheet.
Review and analyze financials statements
Produce various reconciliations
Lead the interim and year-end audits (i.e., preparation of financial statements and working papers) and liaise with the external financial statement Auditor
Leadership:
Become the key liaison between the business and the Finance department and ensuring monthly, quarterly and annual books are closed in a timely manner
Coach and mentor Financial Accountants/Finance clerks as required
Assist the Finance Manager with risk mitigation, cross-training, and development
Assist with ad-hoc projects as required by Management
WHAT YOU WILL BRING / QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Degree or diploma in business, finance, accounting, or a related field
CPA designation required
5+ years of full cycle financial accounting experience
Experience with Epicor or similar ERP system
U.S. taxation experience is an asset
Technical knowledge in Financial Accounting Standards
Knowledge of e-commerce banking applications e.g., AR/AP link
General knowledge of GST/HST/QST tax rules
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
Team player with strong interpersonal, team-building and coaching skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to work with all levels of management
Knowledge of transfer pricing and Canadian ASPE (would be an asset)
Knowledge of royalty payments and/or music industry (would be an asset)
Strong software application skills, advanced MS Excel, MS Access, and
Business Intelligence tools (e.g. Microstrategy, EPM)
ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATION
SOCAN is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at hr@socan.com and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SOCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.
If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
If you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to hear from you: http://www.socan.com/careers/
Thank you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to interview.
To learn more about SOCAN, go to www.socan.com. You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@SOCANmusic/@SOCANmusique).
