Panasonic Canada Inc.

For over 100 years, Panasonic has been committed to enhancing the well-being of people, communities, and society. Our technologies and solutions have been developed with one aim in mind: to enrich our lives and make life better – simpler, healthier, safer, more enjoyable, and more sustainable. Panasonic Canada Inc. (PCI) is a leading technology provider to businesses, government agencies and consumers across the region. The company leverages its strengths in Living Spaces, Immersive Entertainment, Sustainable Energy, Automated Supply Chains and Connected Solutions to provide lifestyle solutions to consumers as well as secure and resilient integrated solutions for B2B and B2G customers. We are proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2020, 2021 and 2022. Come join our journey.

What Panasonic Canada Inc. Offers

+ Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with a Health Spending Account

+ Panasonic Retirement Pension Plan (RPP/DCPP)

+ Group Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)

+ Generous Parental Leave Top Up

+ Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Employee Purchase Program

+ Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

+ Competitive Rates on Home and Auto Insurance

+ Employee Volunteer Program – Paid Time Off for Volunteer Days

Panasonic Canada Inc. Hybrid Work Model

Panasonic Canada Inc. supports a hybrid work model. We understand that flexibility is essential for employees to do their best work while also balancing personal and life needs. Employees can expect to be in the office for a variable number of days per week based on the needs of the business unit, while having the ability to also work remote.

Panasonic Canada Inc. offers a Flexible Work Options policy which includes the ability to work remote, mobile, and create a compressed work schedule.

Accounting Manager:

Manages and controls the day-to-day accounting functions for the Industrial Divisions of PCI, together with the overall achievement of their goals, as defined within the corporate structure. Safeguards company assets, reports financial results and makes recommendations for actions based upon financial circumstances. Assists Divisional management with financial planning and forecast preparation. Provides guidance to Sales, Marketing, Service Managers and office staff on company policies and procedures. Participates in the PSI process and special projects as assigned,

Please note this is a full-time permanent opportunity.

Responsibilities:

1. Manages financial month end close for the Industrial Divisions independently and through direct reports, including preparation of the financial package and presentation of the financial review. Reviews the LDS P&L, reviews and approves JV's and reviews actual and forecast reports before submission to HO.

2. Attends PSI meetings and prepares consolidated reports. Provides analysis on product categories, profitability and other KPI's (D-chart/F-chart) as required. Prepares documentation, reporting and ensures compliance with internal, external and SOX audit requirements. Supports Controller and external audit teams in the provision of audit requirements.

3. Reviews Balance Sheet and other documentation to highlight any potential risk elements to protect company assets such as inventory, accounts receivable and fixed assets.

4. Reviews information and follows up on discrepancies to protect against fraud and reports and provides proof of suspicious activities.

5. Authorizes purchases of inventory, non-inventory, fixed assets, and advertising dockets, journal entries, credit notes, payment approvals and expense reports within approved limits. Approves daily cycle counts, transfers, and QA counts. Ensures documentation is compliant with company and division policies.

6. Provides timely and accurate financial services to business partners, in accordance with management instructions, Corporate Policy, Divisional Policy and legislative requirements to management and assists in decision making. Ensures financial services meet changing business needs, and the external environment. Prepares and develops various statistical and analytical reports. Presents findings and makes recommendations to senior management. Participates in special projects as required.

7. Assists with the preparation of the LDS divisional annual budget including financial statements: Profit and Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Cash Flow, Inventory and Purchases forecast, Reserves Analysis. Reports issues and follows up on discrepancies.

8. Contributes to the Division's profitability by investigating all budget discrepancies, monitoring and controlling customer specific sales programs (e.g., VIR, COOP Advertising, Marketing Development Funds, Sales Promotions).

9. Provides analysis and recommendations as required. Implements approved process changes. Prepares regular P&L comparison to budget and last year and provides KPI comments.

10. Mentors, guides, coaches, trains, and cross trains staff and ensures staff development that is consistent with the company objectives.

11. Participates in hiring, dismissal, performance evaluation, and the resolution of other staff issues. Ensures adherence to corporate employment equity objectives.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

1. 7+ years of progressive financial management experience. Accounting designation would be an asset.

2. Sound understanding of SAP financial reporting systems in addition to advanced knowledge of Excel software. Intermediate knowledge of other Microsoft software such as Outlook, Word. Some knowledge of Power Point would be an asset.

3. Interpret and act upon financial results. Analyze sales, P&L results by product category, consult with Divisional Management and make recommendations for improvement. Comply with SOX or other company established policies and procedures.

4. Ability to articulate financial information in easy-to-understand language to non-financial management team members.

5. Some influencing required when recommending somewhat controversial information to management. Rapport required in daily activities with staff, marketing, and sales departments. Some time spent in the give and take of information.

How to Apply

Please apply via email atPCICareers@ca.panasonic.com. Please include a PDF copy of your current resume.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Panasonic Canada Inc.

In order to drive our business to continued heights, our business practices and our contribution to society must be rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment in which everyone is able to share their voice and talents, in a safe space, where they have the opportunity and resources to fully realize their potential. We are therefore committed to developing and realizing programs, tools and processes that ensure a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for our employees

AODA Policy

Panasonic Canada Inc. has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for

job applicants with disabilities as appropriate. Assessment and selection materials and procedures can be made available in accessible formats and methods as appropriate. If you require a specific accommodation because of disability or medical need, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process so that reasonable arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place as you move through our process.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank you for your interest in working for Panasonic Canada Inc.

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