Bilingual Accountant (French and English)

About

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to manufacturing and marketing—to find transformative solutions.

Job Description

Reporting to the Accounting Team Lead, the Bilingual Accountant (French and English) will maintain accounting policies in accordance with US GAAP, prepare month-end and year-end financial reporting, and perform analysis across the Balance Sheet and Income Statement. Responsibilities may include accounting submissions, intercompany processes, treasury and cash flow management, corporate tax compliance, and record-to-report activities.

This remote-based position must be located in Ontario or Quebec.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly General Ledger (GL) reconciliations, promptly investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain the Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) register and record monthly depreciation.
• Post bi-monthly payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll-related bank payments and intercompany cross-charges.
• Prepare and submit sales tax filings to federal and provincial authorities (GST/QST and PST).
• Review and post pre-authorized debits to support daily bank reconciliation activities.
• Execute month-end close activities, including analysis and posting entries to high-risk accounts.
• Prepare key month-end and year-end reporting deliverables.
• Maintain documentation and perform reconciliations with government agencies.
• Support and participate in external audits (CRA and Revenue Québec).
• Calculate and record monthly unrealized foreign exchange gains and losses.
• Develop and enhance financial models and reporting tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting and operational needs.
• Work independently to manage multiple priorities.
• Assist with and lead ad hoc initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• At least 3 years of experience in a comparable accounting role.
• Expertise in applying accounting principles within medium to large, matrixed organizations.
• Bilingual in French and English (spoken, written, and read).
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Flexible work style and adaptability.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Great Plains, JD Edwards (JDE), SAP, and BlackLine.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sales tax filing experience (GST/QST, PST).
• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or equivalent) completed or in progress.

Work Environment

BD requires a minimum of 4 days in-office presence per week to foster collaboration, creativity, and innovation.

Salary

$60,000 - $110,000 CAD Annual

Equal Opportunity

Becton Dickinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.