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:

• Perform daily accounting activities to support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement close process
• Manage company bank accounts and prepare bank reconciliations
• Perform account reconciliations and general ledger journal entries.
• Record, review and obtain approval for supplier invoices.
• Issue AR recurring subscription invoices and review customer contracts for pertinent milestones for invoicing and deferred revenue
• Assess and prepare revenue recognition schedules, accruals and prepaid entries
• Prepare payroll and related payroll entries for both Canada and US employees, including but not limited remitting provincial, state and federal payroll returns.
• Perform and review to ensure compliance with sales taxes in both Canada and the U.S.
• 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.
• Foster a collaborative work environment in alignment with Multiview values

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Director of Finance
• Financial Analyst
• 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:

• CPA or progress towards CPA considered an asset
• SaaS Industry experience considered an asset.
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar accounting / finance role
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting standards such as ASPE
• Strong understanding of Canadian and US tax compliance
• Familiarity with an enterprise accounting applications system
• High proficiency in MS Excel
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently within a team environment and take initiative
• 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.