Manager, Payroll Accounting

IMAX is not your everyday entertainment experience. With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary at IMAX. We combine proprietary technology with industry-leading knowledge and relationships with top studios and filmmakers to create theatrical experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they never imagined. IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences beyond blockbusters and into exciting new directions.

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**About the Role**

IMAX is looking for a Manager, Payroll Accounting to join our growing Finance team. Reporting to the Senior Director, Assistant Controller, we’re looking for someone who will be responsible for the accounting and administration of the global commission plan, the accounting for the ex-pat compensation program, the oversight of the monthly payroll accounting process, including fringe benefits, and technical accounting related to non-standard compensatory arrangements. You’ll promote a culture of continuous process improvement, build procedures, diagnose shortcomings and identify opportunities to automate processes within the company’s Payroll and Commission programs

**What You’ll Do**:

- Lead the company’s Global Commission Plan accounting and administration, including:

- The assessment of new theatre revenue agreements to determine commission eligibility and valuation
- The monthly review of new commission recognitions with the President of IMAX Theatres
- Accounting for the company’s commission obligations to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Oversee monthly commission payments to the Company’s global salesforce
- Prepare and distribute accurate and timely quarterly commission statements to the company’s global salesforce
- Lead the accounting for IMAX’s North American and International Payroll and Ex-Pat Compensation Arrangements, including journal entry review, fringe benefits analysis and quarterly account reconciliations
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with external service provider for the company’s Ex-Pat Compensation Arrangements, including facilitating quarterly status updates
- Provide mentorship and guidance to the Senior Financial Analyst, Payroll, and perform reviews of monthly accounting processes in accordance with SOX requirements
- Work collaboratively with key business partners, including Corporate Theatre Development, the Human Resources Payroll team, IMAX salespeople and other Finance teams as required
- Act as a point of contact for the external auditors for Payroll, Commissions and Ex-Pat accounting issues; facilitate timely and accurate responses to internal and external audit requests

**What You’ll Need**:

- Professional Accountant (CPA, CA)
- 3+ years’ experience in a manager role with direct reports in a large/global organization or large Audit firm; industry experience preferred
- Strong commercial, business, and finance acumen; ability to understand complex contract terms
- Experience working in a US GAAP and SOX environment
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- SAP experience is an asset

**Nice to Have**:

- Experienced in leading and developing teams
- Analytically minded and experienced in process efficiency and controls remediation

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At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect - we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.

Why IMAX?

IMAX is a brand recognized around the world Our team is enthusiastic and wildly passionate. If you enjoy working in an environment where the growth opportunities are endless, then you will LOVE your career with IMAX

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About IMAX

Our employees at IMAX are a diverse group of hard working, curious, creative, and honest individuals. Being a part of the IMAX team provides opportunities to get involved, get ignited, and to truly inspire and make a difference

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- manager: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person