Accounting Analyst

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.


PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose of the Accounting Analyst (Revenue Reporting) is to account for, analyze, and report on CPKC’s revenues to ensure complete and accurate financial results for internal stakeholders and the investor community. They will work closely with other members of Finance, Sales and Marketing, and Investor Relations and will be responsible for the completion of accounting and/or reporting processes to reflect revenue generating activities. The role will also work to further develop reports to aid in the analysis of year-over-year performance trends and their impact on internal and external commentary.


POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Assist with the accounting, analysis, and forecasting of other freight and non-freight revenue
Engage and support various business stakeholders in completing the accounting and reporting for revenues and related activities
Develop and validate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting that illustrates year-over-year demand, yield, and other key metrics
Report weekly metrics on CPKC’s external website
Prepare external financial disclosures within the quarterly Management Discussion and Analysis and Annual Report
Monitor data integrity to ensure consistent reporting
Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements and data maintenance to achieve business objectives that could be technical in nature
Significant interaction with the business units to understand and articulate key drivers of change


POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Min. 1 year post graduate work in accounting, from firm or industry
Registered (or registering) in training towards CPA designation
Undergraduate degree or College Diploma program in the following areas of study - Accounting, Finance, Business Administration


WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension plan
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Performance Incentive Program
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.


Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

Criminal history check
Reference check


Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.