Avison Young

Senior Manager, Global Finance

Avison Young$135K — $155K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
  • Certified Public Accountant / Chartered Accountant required
  • 6-8 years of experience, with 2-3 years in public accounting preferred
  • Experience in preparing financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A disclosures
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  • Self-starter thriving in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment
  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools
  • In-depth US GAAP knowledge required
  • Familiarity with NetSuite or comparable Global ERP systems
  • Multi-national experience or exposure to multi-currency accounting is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Manage month-end close and consolidation processes for compliance with accounting standards and company policies
  • Perform financial analysis on monthly statements to identify potential misstatements and performance drivers
  • Oversee corporate accounting and partner with global IT and center of excellence leaders
  • Prepare financial statements for internal and external reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
  • Ensure technical accuracy in complex accounting areas such as M&A and consolidations
  • Maintain compliance with accounting standards and document the company's position on new guidance
  • Assist in annual budget review and development of consolidated business plans
  • Identify and measure KPIs related to business and operational performance
  • Document internal control processes and standards
  • Serve as a primary contact for external auditors and financial experts alongside the CAO and Global Accounting Manager

Benefits

  • Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
  • 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
  • Pre-Tax Benefits for Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter, and Transit
  • Wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Competitive paid vacation days including floating holidays
  • Annual paid volunteer day for Day of Giving
Full Job Description
Overview

The Senior Manager, Global Finance of Avison Young will be responsible for managing internal and external reporting activities, the implementation of new accounting pronouncements and driving improvements in processes and documentation.

The base salary is aligned with market data and is estimated between $135,000 to $155,000 with the ability to achieve additional compensation through bonus. This salary range reflects base compensation for the position across all US locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and other factors including relevant education/training, experience, and internal equity.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the month-end close and consolidation processes to ensure results are prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards and the Company's policy
  • Perform preliminary financial analysis on monthly financial statement close data to identify areas of potential misstatement or key drivers for positive / negative performance
  • Manage corporate accounting, including serving as the finance partner for global IT and global center of excellence leaders
  • Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for reporting to internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure technical accuracy of accounting in complex areas including but not limited to M&A, debt and equity transactions, consolidations, variable interest entities, and share based compensation
  • Maintain the Company's compliance with accounting standards and research, implement, and document the Company's position on all newly issued guidance
  • Assist with the review of annual budget data and the development of the consolidated business plan
  • Assist with the identification and measurement of KPIs related to business and operational performance
  • Complete special projects and other functions as required by manager
  • Maintain documentation of internal control processes and standards
  • Together with the CAO and Global Accounting Manager, serve as a key point person to external auditors and other external financial subject matter experts
  • And of course, other duties as required


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, required
  • Certified Public Accountant / Chartered Accountant, required
  • 6-8 years of experience required, 2-3 years of public accounting experience ideal
  • Experience in preparing financial statements and drafting related footnote and MD&A disclosures
  • Demonstrated strong communication and analytical skills
  • Self-starter with the ability to strive in a fast-paced, customer service oriented environment
  • Proficient use of Excel data analysis tools, PowerPoint, and other presentation tools
  • Proficient US GAAP technical knowledge, required
  • Experience with NetSuite or other comparable Global ERP
  • Multi-national experience, or exposure to accounting in a multi-currency environment a plus


Benefits offered to full time W2 employees:
  • Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
  • 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
  • Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits
  • Wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance:
  • Competitive paid vacation days
  • 2 personal/wellness days
  • Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
  • Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving

About Avison Young

Avison Young is a Canadian commercial real estate services firm. It is the largest independently owned commercial real estate brokerage in Canada and has offices in the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. The company provides a range of services including leasing, investment sales, property management, project management, and valuation services. Avison Young was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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Size
5,000 employees
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Founded
1978

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