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
30+ days ago