POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Leads the management of CPKC property/capital accounting and reporting, and improvement initiatives Proactively seeks to drive new efficiencies and improvements of property/capital accounting team deliverables through identifying risks and opportunities and designing and implementing strategies to close gaps Works with team members and other stakeholders to build and execute on detailed plans to drive efficiencies in accounting and reporting processes Manages and reviews team deliverables including reconciliations, financial statement disclosures, and monthly and quarterly analysis Manages and maintains compliance with Property and Asset related US GAAP accounting standards Manages and executes the preparation, development and implementation of annual group depreciation studies for Canadian, US and Mexico operations, including integration of processes, deliverables and timelines Supports the integration of property/capital accounting and reporting systems (SAP ECC and S4, and Powerplan) Supports the impact of improvement initiatives on property accounting deliverables for Regulatory Reporting (CTA/STB) and Tax Reporting Maintains effective relationships with multiple internal stakeholders who support the accounting and reporting process (Project Accounting, Tax, Regulatory Reporting, Information Systems, Operations, Corporate Reporting, etc.) Provide accounting support and recommendations for significant Property transactions Ensure accounting and reporting processes comply with applicable Internal Control (SOX) requirements Address and respond to queries from auditors and internal reviewers Creates an environment that provides opportunities for development of team members
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Accounting Designation required (CPA; CPA, CA) Minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant experience required Knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements applicable to public companies Possess a strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to set and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER
Flexible and competitive benefits package Competitive company pension plan Employee Share Purchase Plan Performance Incentive Program Annual Fitness Subsidy Part-time Studies Program