Accounting Intern (12 months)

WE'RE DRIVEN TO FINANCE DREAMS.

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At BMW, our dynamic finance teams continuously drive our business forward. And we count on everyone to play their part in helping us to reach ambitious new milestones. So whether you're passionate about supporting our diverse teams with expert financial planning and management, or creating innovative new financial products that enable more people to enjoy the thrill of driving our vehicles, you're sure to find an exciting challenge with us. Fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered, rewarded and supported is the driving force behind our success. So join us in changing the way the world moves for good.

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounting Intern is primarily responsible for facilitating month-end close processes, general ledger and bank reconciliations and journal entries pertaining to the Retail Finance, Commercial Finance and Accounts Payables business lines of BMW Group Financial Services Canada.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform general ledger accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, month-end close processes, financial reporting accuracy and compliance to IFRS and ASPE standards, GL account reconciliations and analysis of key balance sheet and income statement account balance movements.
• Provide support to the accounting team for efficient month-end, quarter-end and year-end close.
• Prepare mid-year, interim, year-end audit working papers and coordinate with manager for both internal and external auditors.
• Discuss reoccurring variances with the Accounting team, identify system problems and recommend solutions to the US IT team in order to fix at the root cause.
• Collaborate with other business functions to proactively identify opportunities for efficiencies and internal control gaps, and address findings to the Accounting manager.
• Act as an additional resource for Accounts Payable related functions.
• Ad hoc Projects/Analysis.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Any knowledge in the use of accounting software and Crystal Reporting would be an asset.
• Prior experience with preparing and analyzing account reconciliations would also be an advantage.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills,
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• High attention to detail, an enthusiastic attitude and a passion for learning.

Benefits of Benefits of working at BMW Group Canada include:

• An award-winning culture.
• Cutting edge of innovation and creativity.
• Flexible working models.**
• World-class office space.
• Enjoy fresh meals in our amazing fully staffed and subsidized onsite cafeteria.
• Energize at our fully loaded coffee/tea bar.

** We encourage interested candidates who may legally work in Canada to apply for the role. Our organization follows a hybrid work structure. To be eligible for this role, candidates are expected to work from our Head Office in Richmond Hill, Ontario three times in a week.

BMW Group Canada is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team of associates and creating an inclusive environment. BMW Group Canada does not discriminate against applicants based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

BMW has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, or you would like to learn more about our Accessibility policies, provide feedback or request documentation, please contact Accessibility@bmw.ca.