Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW) is an IoT pioneer, empowering businesses and industries to transform and thrive in the connected economy. We are a growing organization with a clear vision for being the IoT partner of choice for wireless device-to-cloud solutions. Our values of Innovation, Execution and Trust are the guiding principles in everything we do. Sierra Wireless has over 1,000 employees globally and operates in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.sierrawireless.com.
Our Commitment to Inclusion, Equity and Diversity
At Sierra Wireless diversity is valued and celebrated. We strive to foster an inclusive organization. As a proud equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status to grow their careers here.
Job Summary
We have an opportunity for a Manager, Accounting to join our Finance & Accounting team in our Richmond, BC headquarters. As a key member of the Corporate Accounting Team, you will provide advice and support on financial and accounting issues, and report on, interpret and communicate operating results. You will be responsible for leading and assisting in various operational accounting matters, including lease accounting and R&D capitalizations as well as supporting the end-to-end accounting and statutory reporting for various subsidiaries.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the end-to-end accounting for various subsidiaries, including:
- Monthly close and balance sheet reconciliations
- Supporting quarterly reviews and annual audit
- Statutory reporting
- Liaising with local Accounting Firms
- Work with other members of the finance team and other departments to resolve issues and ensure accurate data is provided to accounting
- Assist stakeholders in other departments with accounting queries
- Oversight of global lease accounting and R&D capitalization and disclosures
- Drive continuous improvement by implementing and optimizing processes and tools. As required, participate as a team member on various special projects requiring financial accounting analysis and process design skills.
Required Education, Experience & Skills
- Professional CPA designation with 3+ years of post-designation experience in a public company, or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in accounting standards, US GAAP preferred
- Ability to juggle multiple assignments and effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to influence and manage stakeholders
- Advance proficiency in Excel, including use of Pivot tables
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
Desired Education, Experience & Skills
- Experience with JD Edwards would be an asset
- Understanding of internal controls, SOX and experience working with external auditors
- Chinese reading fluency an asset
What We Offer
Our people are friendly, collaborative, and like to share their ideas and knowledge with one another. This creates an amazing environment where we learn from each other and innovate together.
Our Canadian benefits include paid vacation and sick days, extended health and dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, matching retirement savings program, and employee and family assistance programs.
Our Richmond headquarters offers a subsidized cafeteria, free parking, free shuttle service from Skytrain, a Wellness Program that includes activities and challenges to keep our minds and bodies active. We also host various social events throughout the year where we have fun and celebrate. Within our Global Inclusion and Diversity Program, our Employee Resource Groups provide opportunities for our people to support and champion Women in Tech, Emerging Professionals, Pride@Sierra, and Mental Health Awareness.
If you like working with a successful team, are looking for competitive salary and benefits, and the opportunity to represent a recognized and innovative brand, we’d love to have you join our team!
How to Apply
Please submit your resume online through our careers website: www.iotstartswithus.com. If you are a job seeker with a disability and you need individualized support during the application or interview process, please leave us a note on your application form.
We thank you for your application and appreciate your interest in Sierra Wireless, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.