Manager, Projects and Policies

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Job Summary

The Manager, Projects and Policies is responsible for overseeing the Company's tax provisions, benefit plan statements, foreign exchange and hedging process, as well as other responsibilities within the Financial Reporting function such as supporting the quarterly financial close process and other projects and initiatives. As part of the role, the incumbent processes and reviews accounting entries, supporting schedules, reconciliations and analyses. The role documents, analyzes, and improves processes to ensure that appropriate accounting procedures are followed in alignment with regulatory standards.

Main ResponsibilitiesTax Accounting

· Oversee the preparation of the Company's tax provisions of domestic subsidiaries as part of the consolidated financial statement reporting process

· Establish the effective tax rate reconciliation and the continuity of certain current and deferred tax accounts

· Responsible for interim and year-end income tax note disclosures

· Manage the reconciliation between the tax provision and the previous year's tax returns

· Evaluate and communicate appropriate accounting implications associated to tax related transactions

· Support the Canadian and US tax team on tax provisions and tax returns as needed.

· Oversee tax provision preparation process as part of the non-consolidated financial statement reporting process of various subsidiaries

· Collaborate with auditors to provide information and clarification during internal and external audits

Foreign Exchange (FX) and Hedging

· Lead the team and the FX Hedging process, including the review of setting up the U.S. dollar (USD) net asset position, the designation of USD debt and the closing of the daily hedge, variance explanations, as well as coordinating with Treasury

· Maintain the FX Hedging documentation linked to establish a daily hedge in alignment with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and documentation concerning SOX's internal controls

· Run the FX month-end and reporting process, including reviewing reconciliations and quarterly roll of unrealized and realized FX

· Oversee discussions with Treasury, as well as internal and external auditors

Benefit Plan Financial Reporting

· Review and oversee the preparation of annual financial statements for one and four of the Company's Canadian and the United States' (U.S.) Benefit Plans respectively, including CN Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Canadian National Railway Company Savings Plan for U.S. Operations, Stellar Distribution Services, Inc 401k Plan, Pension Plan for Employees of CN's U.S. subsidiaries, and Bessemer Non-contributory Pension Plan

· Ensure timely and accurate submission of regulatory filings of the above-noted Plans to the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) for Canadian plans and the Department of Labor (DOL) for U.S. plans by prescribed filing deadlines

· Audit plan-level activity to ensure that plans are being operated in compliance with regulations as well as to their respective plan documents

· Provide assistance to stakeholders to ensure operational and administrative defects observed within the Plans are corrected efficiently

· Oversee and mentor employees responsible for preparing annual financial statements

· Lead and coordinate the annual audit process for each plan with appropriate auditors

Other Responsibilities

· Support the quarterly/interim and annual financial close process

· Lead and manage ad-hoc projects and initiatives that align with strategic goals

· Coach indirect reports on tasks and projects including accounting system utilization, building reconciliations and accounting issues

· Coordinate tasks, ensure deadlines are met, and resources are allocated appropriately

· Manage business process improvements including leveraging technology to increase efficiency

· Assist with performance feedback and people development

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The position requires discretion in handling confidential matters.

RequirementsExperience

Accounting

· Minimum 5 years of experience at a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) firm or relevant industry experience

Education/Certification/Designation

· Bachelor's Degree of Commerce in Accountancy

· Graduate Diploma in Accountancy

· Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Competencies

· Time and project management

· Applies critical thinking

· Collaborates with others and shares information

· Sets direction and inspires others

· Solves problems to create value

· Demonstrates active listening

· Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

· Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*

*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Business Objects, Workiva, and TM1

· Knowledge of COSO framework and internal controls over financial reporting

· Knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting policies, including accounting for tax, DB pension and other postretirement plans, contingencies, foreign exchange transactions such as hedging of FX exposure of a net investment in foreign operations with USD derivative instruments and USD debt, as well as Railroad specific accounting policies required by the CTA, the U.S. STB, and SOX regulations

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [email protected].

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