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.

Senior Financial Accountant
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.

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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