Financial Reporting Manager (930977)

At APM, we live our values of iCARE – Integrity, Customer focus, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – in everything we do. We are a purpose-driven organisation where procurement decisions directly impact the people and communities we serve.

In the US, our services span rehabilitation, employment, allied health, and community support. What we procure—from clinical supplies and assistive technologies to professional services and digital platforms—enables our teams to deliver life-changing outcomes every day.

Joining APM means being part of a global team that values impact and inclusion. You’ll work in a environment where your expertise will help shape a procurement function that is not only commercially strong but socially meaningful.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the Company's financial records, overseeing compliance with U.S. GAAP, and supporting management with reliable financial information for decision-making. The Financial Reporting Manager will provide leadership to the accounting team, drive process improvements, maintain strong internal controls, and serve as a key liaison with external auditors. 

This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various systems.  The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, curious, and demonstrates the following skills;

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Oversee the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, supplemental year-end reporting schedules and ad-hoc supporting analyses.
• Actively drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of the close process.
• Coordinate the year-end financial statement audit and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Manage close schedules, monitor deadlines, and ensure completion of all close activities.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering professional growth and accountability.
• Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, self-motivation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and provide accounting guidance.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Assist in the development, maintenance, and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and documentation to support a controlled financial reporting environment by acting as a primary subject matter expert.  
• Partner with the Director of Internal Audit to support compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and accounting standards.
• Assist with documentation and testing of internal controls and audit requirements, as applicable.
• Identify and mitigate financial reporting and accounting risks.

Process Improvement & Strategic Support

• Evaluate existing accounting processes and implement enhancements to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Support finance transformation initiatives, system implementations, and process automation efforts.
• Participate in special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and strategic business initiatives as needed.
   

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. 
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or audit experience. 
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, and technical accounting concepts. 
• Experience managing or leading month-end and year-end close processes. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, index-match, lookups, form creations, conditional formatting) and experience working with ERP systems. 
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior leadership.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and customers

Preferred (Not Required)

• Previous experience with a Big Four public accounting firm (PwC, Deloitte, EY, or KPMG). 
• Combination of public accounting and industry accounting experience. 
• Experience managing accounting personnel and developing high-performing teams. 
• Experience with SOX compliance, internal controls, and external audit management. 
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, system implementations, and process automation initiatives.
   

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.