Accounting Receivables Support Specialist

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Specialist Receivables Support will support senior leadership and protect company assets by ensuring compliance with corporate accounting requirements. This position leads and maintains the financial reporting, budgeting and planning processes for the Accounts Receivable management team in US and MX.

This position is based in Winnipeg, Manitoba or Kansas City, MO. 

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Providing oversight and support for month-end-close accounting activities, including the preparation of key performance metrics and timely balance sheet explanations
• Reviewing and certifying customer accounts receivable general ledgers (GLs) to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Collaborating with internal and external audit partners to evaluate and ensure the efficiency of Coordinated Controls Framework (CCF) and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) control environments
• Ensuring the timely review and submission of monthly reconciliations and adjustments to budget and forecast bad debt expense (AFDA) accounts and Provision for Sales Reversal (PFSR)
• Developing and presenting financial statement notes and AR Balance Sheet explanations for period variances in Workiva
• Leading data cleansing initiatives to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and relevance for financial analysis and reporting
• Proposing and implementing process improvements based on standard methodologies and technological advancements to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in accounting from an accredited university or college with a preference for completion of professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)
• 3-8 years of extensive experience in finance and accounting, budgeting , auditing, credit and collections, with a strong focus on process improvement
• Ability to showcase experience and exposure to control methodologies such as ICF and SOX
• Shown proficiency in leading trend analysis, interpretation, and providing recommendations to mitigate financial risks associated with Accounts Receivables
• Experience with Mexican Accounting and Tax regulations or Railroad or Logistics or Transportation industry is considered an asset

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements. 

Drug Test Elements:

CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.  New hires may be required to undergo a drug screen.  We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CPKC safe and drug free. 

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:          

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Driver’s License verification and/or last 3 years of driving history if a requirement of the position
• Background checks that may included 7 years of employment history and Social Security number verification

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer. 

For our US applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities . For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 103548
• Department: Information Services
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Kansas City, Missouri
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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