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Job Summary

The Manager, Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting is responsible for leading multiple recoverable streams, to continuously maximize CN’s Autoport revenue and Non-Freight Mechanical expense reduction through recovery efforts directly impacting several key corporate metrics. The incumbent oversees professional Accountants and Accounting experts, sets objectives as well as plans and drives initiatives. The role is accountable for the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, ensuring accurate, timely, and complete recovery of Autoport’s revenues and eligible Non-Freight Mechanical recoverable costs, contributing to the Order to Cash pipeline.

The role identifies Autoport revenue leakage and Non-Freight Mechanical cost recovery risks and develops and implements mitigation plans to safeguard these. The incumbent leverages their business acumen to identify and drive initiatives on further potential Autoport revenue and Non-Freight Mechanical cost recovery opportunities. The position acts as the change agent, recognizing opportunities for business process improvements and system enhancements, bringing further efficiencies and controls to the Order to Cash pipeline as well as identifying proper resources to collaborate in implementing changes that deliver value to the organization.

Main Responsibilities

Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting Operations

· Lead theNon-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accountingteam consisting of professional Accountants and Accounting experts

· Set objectives, control priorities and workload, and drive results for optimal operational efficiencies

· Coach and mentor team members allowing for continuous personal development

· Oversee theNon-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting operationsgoverned by legal agreements, and Association of American Railroad (AAR)’s rules

· Ascertain the accurate, timely, and complete processing of revenues and Non-Freightcosts recovery

· Provide expertise and guidance on Non-Freight accounting as well revenue activities and Non-Freight cost recovery practices, collaborating and interacting with Mechanical, Marketing,Autoport Operations,Collections,Legal, Internal and External Audit, Financial Planning,Taxation,Procurement and Supply Management (P&SM), Information and Technology (I&T), and Accounting Development

· Act as the subject matter expert, ensuring all revenue-generating activities, proper rates, and Non-Freight cost recovery clauses are part of legal agreements

· Ensure efficient and effective dispute resolution

Control Adequacy

· Identify revenue leakage and Non-Freight cost recovery risks and implement mitigation plans to safeguard revenues and recoveries

· Develop and implement adequate controlsreinforced by appropriate governanceand ensure their effectiveness to comply with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), AAR rules as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

· Plan and oversee all Non-Freight audits to validate the revenue and Non-Freight cost recovery completeness as well as accuracy

· Take remedial actions based on audit findings

· Validate audit reports submitted by government authorities to ensure proper legal agreement and rule application to protect Non-Freight’s cost recoveries

Initiatives, Process Improvements, and System Enhancements

· Act as the change agent recognizing opportunities for system enhancements and business process improvements, bringing further efficiencies to the Non-Freight Revenue and Recoverable Accounting operations

· Spearhead transformation initiatives to deliver operational efficiencies by furthering automation and business process improvements

· Identify proper resources to cooperate in implementing changes thatdeliver value to the organization

· Plan and deliver on key projects assigned by the Senior Manager, Recoverable Accounting

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the position must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress.

Requirements

Experience

Non-Freight Expense Recovery and Revenue Management

· Minimum 5 to 7 years of Revenue Management and Non-Freight Expense Recovery-related experience or equivalent

o Proficient in recognizing and addressing revenue leakage and Non-Freight cost recovery risks

o Proven track record to identify system enhancement and business process improvement opportunities

o Experience in Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), with emphasis on Sales and Distribution (SD), Plant Maintenance (PM), Controlling (CO) and Financial Accounting (FI) modules as well as Great Plains - Dynamics *

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

· Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation*

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

· Collaborates with others and shares timely information to ensure efficient results

· Provides recognition

· Shows initiative and empowers others to raise CN’s collective game

· Applies critical thinking to make recommendations pursuing sustainable outcomes

· Is agile in responding to the rapidly evolution of the industry and technology

· Influences by translating expertise into practical business outcomes

· Demonstrates active listening

· Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

· Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*

*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

· Knowledge of Non-Freight accounting and cost recovery rules

· Ability to synthesize data into significant insight

· Knowledge of the AAR Non-Freight cost recovery processes*

· Knowledge of the Mechanical and Autoport operations*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

_CN is an employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email._

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