The Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI) was founded in 1975, on the recommendation of a federal commission on farm machinery advocating for the creation of a central agency for testing and evaluating farm machinery in Canada. PAMI’s mandate has evolved to include researching, designing, building and testing technology in the agriculture, mining and transportation industries. PAMI does not retain intellectual property rather it supports the IP development of its clients and collaborates in technology creation.
Since its inception, PAMI has operated out of two highly specialized technological facilities in Humboldt, SK and Portage la Prairie, MB. While both sites are state-of-the-art facilities, PAMI’s most valuable asset continues to be its staff of 35-50 employees who encompass a variety of backgrounds including agriculture, engineering, mining, trades, and instrumentation.
The Opportunity:
The Senior Financial Accountant position is an important member of PAMI’s Business Enablement Team and is integral to the accurate, timely, and effective delivery of financial information across the organization. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this position supports the organization’s accounting, reporting, budgeting, compliance, and financial systems functions while helping drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
The Senior Financial Accountant will work closely with the Directors of Finance, Operations, Business Development, and project teams to ensure financial processes are completed accurately and efficiently. This individual will provide financial insight, maintain strong internal controls, support project accounting, and assist with the preparation of reports used by management and the Board.
The Senior Financial Accountant is a member of the team that ensures the accounting function is performing and required tasks are completed in a timely manner. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Participates in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, banking, and internal control processes
- Supports the Director of Finance in the coordination of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
- Prepares journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting working papers
- Supports management reporting, project reporting, and the preparation of key financial information for decision-making
- Assists with annual internal and external audits, including preparation of audit working papers and draft financial statements
- Provides accounting system support, financial analysis, and reporting assistance to staff and project managers
- Supports compliance reporting and statistical reports required by government, and other external stakeholders
- Supports finance team members by sharing accounting knowledge, process guidance, and assistance with complex transactions, as required
This important role is a business partner that delivers key financial information to the organization through effective, accurate, and timely accounting and reporting processes.
Key Competencies:
- A finance and accounting professional who is strong in financial accounting, reporting, analytics, and process management
- An ability to understand financial systems and ensure accounting is performed correctly as designed
- An ability to apply technical accounting skills to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, with particular proficiency in the utilization of spreadsheets
- Experience working with computerized accounting systems and project accounting systems with experience in Sage Intacct being an asset
- A mindset for driving operational excellence, top-tier service delivery, continuous improvement, innovation, accountability, and maintaining a positive team culture
- Business and financial acumen, coupled with strong performance measurement, budgeting, forecasting, and business planning skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to comfortably and effectively engage with a variety of audiences
Education and Experience:
- Commerce or Administration degree with specialization in Accounting or Finance
- Public Sector Accounting and charity tax filing experience is an asset
- CPA designation is preferred
- Minimum 5 years of experience within a similar accounting or financial reporting role
- Experience with project accounting, audit preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial systems is considered an asset
Benefits:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Pension Plan
- Group Insurance Benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Humboldt, SK
