Manager - Financial Reporting & Complex Accounting- Corp Accounting
About the role
The KDC/ONE team is made up of the best in the business. Our diverse and evolving workforce thrives in our environment of constant teamwork and collaboration. Join us today!
About the Role
kdc/one is seeking a technically strong and driven Financial Reporting & Complex Accounting Manager to join its Corporate Accounting team at its headquarters in Longueuil.
This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality consolidated financial reporting,
ensuring compliance with lender reporting regulations, and providing expert guidance on complex accounting matters across a global organization. The ideal candidate combines
deep technical accounting expertise with strong analytical skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Contribute to the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, including notes and MD&A, under US GAAP, prepared “as if” the Company were publicly listed
- Ensure compliance with lender reporting requirements and financial covenants
- Support the preparation of monthly executive deliverables
- Optimize and leverage financial reporting systems and tools, including Workiva
- Assist with external and internal auditors during annual audit
Technical & Complex Accounting
- Monitor and assess the impact of new and evolving accounting standards
- Research, analyze, and document accounting conclusions for complex and non-routine transactions, including:
- Business combinations and purchase accounting
- Revenue recognition
- Cost capitalization and expensing determinations
- Provide accounting guidance and support to global business units on strategic transactions and initiatives
- Assist in developing, documenting, and promoting consistent accounting policies and practices across the Group
- Prepare journal entries for complex areas such as hedges, stock-based compensation
Participate in annual impairment evaluations and related accounting analyses
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls in accordance with company policies and SOX requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and documentation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Treasury, Taxation, Legal, and international business units
Qualifications
- CPA designation (or equivalent professional accounting certification)
- 7+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in a Big 4 accounting firm and/or in a financial reporting role within industry
- Strong technical accounting expertise (US GAAP an asset; IFRS required)
- Public company reporting experience considered an asset
- Experience preparing technical accounting memo
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to resolve complex accounting matters
- High level of ownership and accountability
- Clear and concise communicator, capable of explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, global environment
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
Language & Travel
- English (written and spoken) is the primary working language due to geographically dispersed colleagues and stakeholders
- French is used for internal communications as applicable
- Occasional travel may be required
About KDC/ONE
kdc/one is a global leader in custom formulation, package design and manufacturing solutions for beauty, personal care and home care brands. We deliver high-touch innovation, operational excellence and speed to market to the world's greatest brands.
Every year, with the support of our 15,000 employees, we develop products for brands sold in countries all over the world, launch an average of 3,000 products and co-develop products for more than 1,000 brands.
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Manager - Financial Reporting & Complex Accounting- Corp Accounting
About the role
The KDC/ONE team is made up of the best in the business. Our diverse and evolving workforce thrives in our environment of constant teamwork and collaboration. Join us today!
About the Role
kdc/one is seeking a technically strong and driven Financial Reporting & Complex Accounting Manager to join its Corporate Accounting team at its headquarters in Longueuil.
This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality consolidated financial reporting,
ensuring compliance with lender reporting regulations, and providing expert guidance on complex accounting matters across a global organization. The ideal candidate combines
deep technical accounting expertise with strong analytical skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Contribute to the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, including notes and MD&A, under US GAAP, prepared “as if” the Company were publicly listed
- Ensure compliance with lender reporting requirements and financial covenants
- Support the preparation of monthly executive deliverables
- Optimize and leverage financial reporting systems and tools, including Workiva
- Assist with external and internal auditors during annual audit
Technical & Complex Accounting
- Monitor and assess the impact of new and evolving accounting standards
- Research, analyze, and document accounting conclusions for complex and non-routine transactions, including:
- Business combinations and purchase accounting
- Revenue recognition
- Cost capitalization and expensing determinations
- Provide accounting guidance and support to global business units on strategic transactions and initiatives
- Assist in developing, documenting, and promoting consistent accounting policies and practices across the Group
- Prepare journal entries for complex areas such as hedges, stock-based compensation
Participate in annual impairment evaluations and related accounting analyses
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls in accordance with company policies and SOX requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and documentation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Treasury, Taxation, Legal, and international business units
Qualifications
- CPA designation (or equivalent professional accounting certification)
- 7+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in a Big 4 accounting firm and/or in a financial reporting role within industry
- Strong technical accounting expertise (US GAAP an asset; IFRS required)
- Public company reporting experience considered an asset
- Experience preparing technical accounting memo
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to resolve complex accounting matters
- High level of ownership and accountability
- Clear and concise communicator, capable of explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, global environment
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
Language & Travel
- English (written and spoken) is the primary working language due to geographically dispersed colleagues and stakeholders
- French is used for internal communications as applicable
- Occasional travel may be required
About KDC/ONE
kdc/one is a global leader in custom formulation, package design and manufacturing solutions for beauty, personal care and home care brands. We deliver high-touch innovation, operational excellence and speed to market to the world's greatest brands.
Every year, with the support of our 15,000 employees, we develop products for brands sold in countries all over the world, launch an average of 3,000 products and co-develop products for more than 1,000 brands.