Senior Accountant

at  Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
The Senior Accountant will be a key player in managing the region’s statutory reporting process and audits. They will be part of the Global Statutory Team, work closely with Finance Business Partners, Shared Services Center and Project Management team as well as Big 4 firms to identify and implement process improvements and documentation and assist in complying with the region’s statutory regulations. This role will not only provide beneficial support to the financial reporting but will also play a significant role in business operations and internal control improvements. The successful candidate will be eager to both dig into the details, perform independent research on various areas of technical accounting and view operations at a high level to create process efficiency.
The Senior Accountant will be directly reporting to the Accounting Manager. The role will also require significant partnering with other teams. They will handle many day-to-day activities related to audit deliverables, preparation of the financial statements and process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics
• CPA designation or equivalent
• Technical experience in Financial Reporting, Finance and Statutory Accounting environments
• Ability to apply main accounting principals (ex. revenue) to a new scenario/transaction
• Computer literacy in MS Office including deep experience in Excel and Word
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning solutions e.g. SAP/Oracle/JDE and/or SAAS applications would be advantageous but not a prerequisite
• Attention to detail and inquisitive mind
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in an agile and collaborative manner within a complex and changing business environment
  Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup expect for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.
  Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
  Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.
  Arup is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and to ensuring that all of our employees have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on these matters either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis.
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• Statutory reporting: preparation of the annual financial statements, including the financial statement note disclosures in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) or local GAAP where applicable.
• Work closely with other departments that impact or contribute to the timely and accurate production of financial statements, to review and analyze supporting schedules and seek ways to improve current reporting efficiency and accuracy.
• Be one of the main contacts for the audit and reply to audit requests.
• Build and maintain accurate audit documentation of financial reporting processes and controls including workflows, source of information, frequency, and purpose of the processes.
• Executive reporting and analysis: perform & present detailed variance analysis to the Regional Head of External Reporting and Regional CFO.
• Execute on objectives to ensure successful completion of projects led or supported by Statutory Finance team.
• Develop accounting position papers related to complex transactions and accounting standard changes.
• Provide cross functional assistance to other teams to support new and ongoing business initiatives.
• Provide other ad hoc support as needed on company projects and initiatives.
• Assisting in oversight of statutory WIP process from business to auditors.