Accounting Manager

Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today’s world.

At Smiths Group plc, we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170-year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish and are proud to be a company with values grounded in integrity, respect, ownership, customer focus, and passion.

Our Accounting Manager is a key member of the Canada regional commercial team reporting to the Americas Financial Controller.  This finance function is responsible for activities related to finance, treasury, financial planning and analysis, financial management, regulatory reporting and tax.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Manage Canadian market financial market activities:

• Manage, prepare, administer and direct the control of the budget.
• Manage activities of the financial analyst staff.
• Review and approve recommendations of financial planning and control, providing relevant fiscal information to executive management team.
• Manage/perform month-end close activities including analytics and narrative
• Monitor division and department adherence to approved budget.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Manage the payroll process
• Liaise with tax advisors on local tax issues and filings and other governmental reporting
• Undertaking ad-hoc projects as required.

You should note that your title and job description are not exhaustive, and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake other reasonable tasks within your capacity

Education and Experience

• Education Requirements:   Minimum bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or related field of study. Professional certification preferred.
• Requirements:
• 8 or more years of experience
• Government pricing experience desired
• Expert in SAP
• Knowledge of IFRS and GAAP
• Microsoft office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook)
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and ambiguous environment
• Detailed, self-motivated, results-oriented and analytical
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $82,400 – 184,800/yr (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant and alignment with internal and market data.) This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the Reward & Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.smithsdetection.com/careers/.

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [email protected].

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We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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