About the Role
Pangeo Corporation is seeking a Corporate Accountant to join our Windsor head office. This role plays a critical part in supporting financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration across multiple cost centers.
You will manage financial reporting, budgeting, and working capital processes while leading initiatives that strengthen internal controls and drive process improvement. The ideal candidate combines solid accounting expertise with analytical thinking, and strong business acumen.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger for assigned entities or cost centers.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Support the preparation of internal financial reports and management analysis.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies as needed.
Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable
- Review & process vendor invoices, ensuring proper cost centers and GL accounts are assigned.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and payables, assisting with cash flow forecasting.
- Communicate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve billing or payment issues.
- Ensure accurate and timely payment to suppliers.
Intercompany Transactions
- Prepare and record intercompany invoices and settlements in accordance with transfer pricing policies.
- Reconcile intercompany accounts monthly and coordinate with global finance teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure alignment across entities.
Cash Flow & Funds Management
- Support cash flow forecasting and funding requests for various entities.
- Assist in tracking bank balances, incoming receipts, and outgoing payments.
- Help ensure adequate liquidity and timely fund transfers to meet operational needs.
Audit & Compliance
- Support annual financial audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.
- Respond to auditor inquiries and help implement recommendations or improvements.
Budgeting & Forecasting Support
- Assist in preparing annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
- Gather and analyze financial data to support variance analysis and management reporting.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Operations, HR, and Procurement teams to ensure proper financial documentation.
- Participate in ad hoc financial analysis, system improvements, or other special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing or automotive industries.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong understanding of budget management, variance analysis, and multi-entity reporting.
- Excellent communication and analytical problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of Mandarin is an asset.
Core Competencies
- Ownership & Accountability: Takes initiative and drives continuous improvement.
- Analytical Rigor: Applies data-driven analysis for decision-making.
- Leadership & Collaboration: Builds strong partnerships and develops team capability.
- Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing business needs.
- Strategic Mindset: Balances day-to-day priorities with long-term goals.
Performance Metrics
- Timeliness and accuracy of month-end close.
- Budget vs. actual variance tracking.
- Compliance and Audit Readiness
- Working Capital and Cash Flow Management Effectiveness
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Corporate Finance Lead
Note
· This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role and is subject to change based on business needs.
· AI tools will be used to screen resumes and support throughout the process.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, or disability.
Accessibility and Accommodation Statement (AODA Compliant)
The Company is committed to providing accommodations in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Privacy Statement (Recruitment)
Personal information collected during the recruitment process will be used solely for employment assessment purposes and handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation, including PIPEDA where applicable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- accounting in automotive manufacturing: 3 years (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
