11 Jan
CMPA
Ottawa
Salary:
About Us
The Canadian Media Producers Association is Canadas trade association for independent producers. We represent hundreds of companies engaged in the development, production and distribution of English-language content for TV, feature film and digital media channels. The CMPA works on behalf of our producer members to ensure a bright future for domestic media production and Canadian content.
The CMPA is currently seeking an experienced Finance Manager for a 14 Month Fixed-Term in our Ottawa office. This integral role is crucial for efficiently managing our day-to-day accounting and administrative functions. The Finance Manager thrives on learning new things and taking on new responsibilities. They work collaboratively,
adapt quickly to changing priorities, and ensure that the CMPA financial policies and procedures are consistently met.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare bi-weekly payroll and monthly remittances.
- Produce monthly financial statements and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
- Perform general ledger account analysis.
- Provide analysis and comments on variances to budget.
- Coordinate month-end and year-end functions.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and other account reconciliations.
- Implement and maintain accounting procedures manual.
- Prepare audit documentation and interact with external auditors.
- Administer investment schedules.
- Assist and act as a backup for other finance team members in managing weekly and monthly financial functions.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial projections.
- Work with the Vice-President, Finance & Facilities on initiatives to streamline financial processes, improve internal controls and strengthen the organization.
- Assist the Vice-President,
Finance & Facilities where appropriate on the maintenance of benefits and statutory government filings.
Additional Responsibilities
- Provide training and guidance to finance team.
- Assist staff with special projects as required.
- Liaise with other staff and offices and assist in CMPA-wide initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
- A CPA designation completed or in process.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Superior knowledge of QuickBooks, ADP payroll, CRM and Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
- Proficient in online banking products and services, including online bill-paying tools.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Not-For-Profit organizations would be a definite asset.
Skills & Capabilities
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
- Well organized, methodical and deadline oriented.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Superior organizational and time management skills.
- Focused and detail oriented.
- Ability to think, plan and act strategically.
- Capacity to build and maintain positive and effective working relationships with internal and external parties.
Notes:
REPORTS TO: Vice-President, Finance and Facilities
POSITION/TERM: Full-time (14 Month Fixed-Term) February 2025 to April 2026
LOCATION: Ottawa, ON. Currently hybrid work schedule
The CMPA is committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility in our organization, and in our work. We strive to create a workplace that honours a diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, abilities,
and identities, and to foster and maintain a working and learning environment that is inclusive and equitable. We welcome all applicants. Accommodations are available on request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
The original application deadline has been extended. Applications will continue to be accepted, and interviews will be conducted until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should apply through our CMPA careers website at: cmpa.bamboohr.com/jobs/ on or before January 24, 2025, at 5 p.m. ET.
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