Corporate Accountant

About ACM Advisors

ACM Advisors is a Canadian alternative asset manager specializing in the design, structuring, and oversight of pooled Canadian commercial mortgage funds. The firm is recognized for its cautious investment methodology and comprehensive risk assessment, mitigation, and pricing strategies. This disciplined approach has supported over 30 years of successful results. ACM Advisors operates as a majority-owned subsidiary of EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB), blending the stability and resources of a large financial institution with a dedicated, specialized investment platform.

Role Overview

The Corporate Accountant will oversee the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements for various funds and corporate entities affiliated with ACM Advisors. The position involves generating all necessary supporting documentation and reports. Candidates should be self-initiated, possess strong communication skills, and eager to contribute to a growing and well-established firm.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable operations, including account coding, data entry, scheduling payments, cheque issuance, mailing, and filing for multiple entities.
• Handle monthly expense report processing and reimbursements for internal team members.
• Monitor daily cash balances and review daily banking activity, preparing daily cash flow reports for distribution.
• Oversee cash flow management, including automatic transfers and corporate banking relationships.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and maintain bank account details with appropriate signing authorities.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and manage the entire general ledger process, including journal entries for ACMA funds and corporate entities.
• Prepare drafts of monthly financial statements for review and assist in compiling annual audited financial statements and notice-to-reader statements.
• Support preparation of corporate and trust tax returns and filings.
• Prepare and submit GST/HST and QST returns for funds and corporate entities.
• Administer payroll preparation and payroll deduction remittance filings for investment committee members.
• Ensure timely payment of tax installments and monitor annual budgets, reporting any variances throughout the year.
• Maintain working capital balances and submit required compliance reports to regulatory bodies.
• Draft dividend resolutions for approval and manage annual return filings for corporate entities.
• Address inquiries from staff and liaise with external parties including investors and vendors.
• Assist with year-end audit preparation, including audit working papers, confirmations, and related documents for investment funds and ACMA.
• Maintain investment-related audit confirmations for unitholders and manage archival accounting records.
• Update job procedure documentation and prepare ad hoc reports as needed.
• Undertake special projects and other assigned duties.

Qualifications and Experience

• Currently pursuing or working towards a professional accounting certification or diploma in the CPA program.
• Between 1 and 3 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting; public practice experience is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook at an advanced level.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic with keen attention to detail.
• Capable of working effectively under tight deadlines with adaptability to growth and change.

Additional Application Requirements

Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter (including salary expectations), and academic transcript.