ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Barrie, ON
MVT Canadian Bus proudly operates the Barrie Transit conventional and specialized transit operations for the City of Barrie from a brand new $22M state-of-the-art facility as part of a 20-year operating contract. MVT Canadian Bus, Inc. is a subsidiary of MV Transportation Inc., the largest private provider of para-transit services and the largest privately-owned passenger transportation contracting firm based in the United States. Since its founding in 1975, the company has grown significantly. Today, more than 17,500 employees work to provide freedom for passengers in more than 146 locations around the world, offering a wide array of transportation solutions to public and private entities. In its last fiscal year, MV Transportation booked in excess of $1 Billion in revenue.
We are currently seeking a Full-Time Accounting Manager for our Barrie, Ontario operations, who will be responsible for managing the division’s financial activities; preparing or directing the preparation of reports summarizing and forecasting company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings, based on past, present, and expected operations. Reporting to the General Manager, and as a member of the management team, the Accounting Manager will also oversee the AP/AR and payroll department to ensure accurate and timely completion.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent knowledge in accounting and finance
- Five (5) Years management/supervisory experience in an accounting role
- Payroll experience (ADP Pay@Work/Workday preferred)
- CPA (or legacy CMA/CGA) designation
- Experience developing financial plans and managing resources including ability to analyze and interpret financial data
- Extensive understanding of procurement functions and accounting guidelines
- Cost control or financial/budget experience
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with an ability to influence people at all levels of the organization
- Analytical with a strong attention to detail
- Strong working knowledge of payroll processing and practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while exceeding established goals and objectives
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to set clear expectations, coach, develop and motivate staff
- Ability to hold the respect and confidence of all employees
- Ability to work independently and objectively
- Ability to effectively delegate tasks and provide appropriate supervision and follow up to department staff
- Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic recording and information systems used by the company
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Flexible and able to adapt to a fast paced, changing environment
- Strong problem solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Benefits of working at MVT:
The successful candidate will enjoy a great working environment, competitive compensation package which includes comprehensive employer paid benefits such as medical, dental and health coverage, paid vacation and sick time. As a member of MVTC’s management team, you also receive RRSP benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $36.96 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Flexible language requirement:
Work Location: In person
