Senior Financial Accountant

Ballard Power Systems, Inc. is a leading global provider of fuel cell power for a sustainable planet, providing clean energy fuel cell products that enable optimized power systems for a range of applications. Ballard is an international public company traded on both the NASDAQ and TSX.

Overview
The Ballard Finance Team is seeking a  Senior Financial Accountant , a technically strong and highly adaptable accounting professional to join our finance team. This role is ideal for an “all-rounder” who is comfortable operating across multiple areas of corporate finance and accounting, including external and internal reporting, technical accounting, treasury support, and fixed assets. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate complex accounting matters clearly through high-quality written memoranda.

The position reports to the Corporate Controller.

Responsibilities

Researching and preparing accounting analysis memos in compliance with IFRS for accounting transactions, including, but not limited to complex revenue recognition transactions and acquisition/investment transactions

Staying up-to-date on IFRS changes and supporting accounting impact assessments for new standards or business changes

Supporting monthly, quarterly, and year-end close including consolidation, note disclosure, and other publicly disclosed documents such as Management’s Discussion & Analysis, Management Proxy Circular and Annual Information Form

Preparing monthly financial reports and analysis, including detailed analysis of balance sheet accounts, income statement, and statement of cash flows

Supporting full cycle fixed asset accounting

Liaising with various banks and reviewing the administration, setup, and maintenance of Ballard’s bank accounts and banking systems, including setup in Oracle ERP

Providing accounting support to European subsidiary including preparation/review of account reconciliations and leading year-end statutory audit

Compiling and analyzing data to support financial analysis and reporting

Reviewing, documenting, and implementing internal controls for responsible areas in compliance with SOX and ensuring that relevant processes are aligned to SOX

Opportunities to work on other ad hoc and special projects, as needed

Requirements

Professional accounting designation (CPA - CA or CGA)

Minimum 5 years working experience in accounting, preferably public company audit experience

Public company reporting and experience with multi-currency companies is required

Strong technical accounting skills (IFRS), including experience researching and analyzing complex IFRS issues

Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent analytical abilities with high attention to detail

Takes ownership and is results oriented, with a focus on quality

Strong software skills with both accounting systems and the Microsoft suite of products. Advanced Excel skills required.

Experience with Oracle ERP is an asset

Ability to multi-task, work independently, prioritize, and problem solve effectively

Ability to flexibly adapt and work on different finance areas with a keen willingness to learn

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

Collaborative team player with the confidence to work independently when required

The salary range for this role ($93,840 - $117,300) reflects the scope of the position, and final placement within the range will be determined based on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Our Values
Listen & Deliver | Quality. Always. | Inspire Excellence | Row Together | Own It

Ballard values diversity in the workplace and is committed to Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

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