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About the Role

This role supports core accounting and financial reporting activities, including close, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, journal entries, and audit support. Responsibilities also include multi-entity consolidation, intercompany and foreign currency accounting, statutory reporting, and investment accounting. The role partners with the Controller and Finance team to ensure accurate, timely reporting, resolve accounting issues, maintain strong documentation, and support process improvements across a global environment.

Responsibilities

Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including preparation of assigned close schedules, journal entries, reconciliations, supporting documentation, and financial reporting deliverables.
Prepare financial statements, income statement, balance sheet, and cash-flow statement, and recurring financial reporting packages for review by the Controller, including supporting schedules, account analysis, variance explanations, and consolidation support.
Own intercompany and consolidation accounting, including intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, cross-entity entries, multi-entity consolidation, and resolution of intercompany differences.
Prepare foreign currency accounting entries and supporting schedules, including FX translation, remeasurement, and related reconciliations for applicable entities.
Support statutory and multi-country accounting and reporting, including entity-level reporting schedules, consolidation support, local-provider information requests, and reconciliation of local reporting to the general ledger.
Perform investment accounting activities, including preparation of investment entries, realized and unrealized gain/loss calculations, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and coordination of required source information.
Prepare audit, tax, and compliance support schedules for assigned accounting areas, respond to information requests, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with resolution of accounting questions.
Review work prepared by others, if applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit support.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP; IFRS knowledge preferred.
Experience with ERP and financial reporting systems; Sage Intacct experience preferred.
Experience working in a multi-entity, multi-currency, or global environment preferred.
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel; experience with accounting automation or reporting tools preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research discrepancies, resolve accounting issues, and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and take ownership of assigned accounting processes.
Bring a “can-do” attitude, have a willingness to stretch up and down in role, take on additional responsibilities, and quickly establish credibility in new areas of work.
Be self-directed and proactive, demonstrating strong ownership and accountability for responsibilities while applying an entrepreneurial mindset to identify opportunities, develop new approaches, and initiate action.
Thrive in an environment that values transparency, accountability, collaboration, and an orientation for results.
Possess intellectual curiosity, an openness to diverse ideas and perspectives, and a continued interest in learning, professional growth and development.
Strong alignment with WES mission and values and demonstrates a growth mindset.
Experience in a nonprofit, social enterprise, or mission-driven organization.
CPA or equivalent international accounting designation preferred.
Possible travel on occasion (i.e., 2 times per year) for company retreats or other team meetings.

Skills

U.S. GAAP
IFRS
ERP systems
Financial reporting systems
Sage Intacct
Microsoft Office
Excel
Accounting automation
Reporting tools
Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills
Independent work
Time management
Ownership
Proactive
Accountability
Entrepreneurial mindset
Transparency
Collaboration
Results-oriented
Intellectual curiosity
Continuous learning
Professional growth
Development

Location

Remote - Canada

Work Type

Full Time
Remote

Experience Level

5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Salary/Compensations

CAD85K - CAD110K

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Tangible rewards
Learning opportunities
Pathways for personal and professional development
Recognition of achievements
Remote work options
Flexible scheduling
Generous time-off policies
Comprehensive wellness programs
Training programs
Tuition reimbursement opportunities

About the Company

World Education Services (WES) is a non-profit social enterprise that supports the educational, economic, and social inclusion of immigrants, refugees, and international students.
For 50 years, WES has set the standard for international academic credential evaluation, supporting millions of people as they seek to achieve their academic and professional goals.
Through decades of experience as a leader in global education, WES has developed a wide range of tools to pursue social impact at scale.
From evaluating academic credentials to shaping policy, designing programs, and providing philanthropic funding, we partner with a diverse set of organizations, leaders, and networks to uplift individuals and drive systems change.
Together with its partners, WES enables people to learn, work, and thrive in new places.
Values: Opportunity - We open doors so people can build better futures. Inclusion - We become stronger, more creative, and more resilient when we embrace diversity. Equity - We uphold fairness and justice in our work and actions. Enterprising - We are resourceful, inventive, and driven.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome all applicants, irrespective of their experience perfectly fitting the job description, as we value diverse and innovative viewpoints.
At our organization, individuals who thrive in a culture of continuous learning and inclusive teamwork excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
At World Education Services, we're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the rich tapestry of our communities, both in the US and Canada.
This commitment is underscored by our unwavering dedication to providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics.
This commitment extends to every aspect of employment, from recruitment and hiring to promotions, training, and benefits.
We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.
For us, diversity goes beyond compliance – it's about embracing unique perspectives and cultivating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
If you encounter challenges accessing or using our career site due to a disability, you may request reasonable accommodation by contacting us via email at hiring@wes.org.
Our Talent Acquisition team is dedicated to supporting qualified candidates by providing solutions that can meet their needs.