Manager, Technical Accounting

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, are responsible for Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence and business.

Reporting to the Director, Finance, Reporting & Compliance, the Manager, Technical Accounting is responsible for the global oversight and execution of technical accounting and accounting related valuations work. This driven individual will lead in concluding on complex technical accounting issues from across the organization. This successful candidate will interpret and implement IFRS requirements, perform impairment analyses, collaborate with mine site accounting and senior management globally, and prepare public financial reports.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a consistent record of successfully working with sophisticated accounting issues and who has a solid base in preparing public financial reports. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, analytical skills and organizational capabilities will be key to success.

Responsibilities

1. Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
2. Lead in the preparation of accounting analysis over sophisticated IFRS accounting issues.
3. Work directly with our operations throughout the Americas and internationally to understand operational issues and evaluate the IFRS and reporting effects.
4. Collaborate with our corporate development group in evaluating strategy initiatives and complex arrangements.
5. Review timely IFRS accounting analyses by Senior Technical Accountants and other team members.
6. Manage the process in the accurate preparation of external financial statements, taking a role in both the preparation and review of the statements.
7. Be the primary contact for external auditors on sophisticated accounting issues.
8. Collaborate with partners in areas such as corporate development, tax and legal in a fast-paced environment to provide timely and accurate accounting expertise for various initiatives.
9. Coordinate review of indicators of impairment across the company, not limited to metal prices, discount rates, mine plans, reserve and resource reports and feasibility studies.
10. Assist with impairment testing processes, including collection and review of data, and preparation or review of valuation analyses using different fair value models and approaches.
11. Identify proficiencies required to be successful and develop realistic plans to address gaps.
12. Work with integrity, consistently deliver on commitments and act on opportunities for continuous improvement.
13. Demonstrate an eagerness to listen and learn while driven in the pursuit of excellence.

Qualifications

1. Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
2. Proven experience working with IFRS technical accounting issues is required.
3. Big 4 Accounting Firm experience, with at least 10 years of post-qualification validated experience.
4. Knowledge and understanding of IFRS and its application.
5. Sophisticated Excel skills required to perform accounting computations and to run accounting software add-ons.
6. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence people, foster relationships and engage resources from different areas and levels within the organization.
7. Outstanding organizational and planning skills, a strong attention to technical and financial detail.
8. The ability to produce results under pressure while possessing excellent oral and written communication skills.

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.

Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:

• Annual Performance Bonus
• Profit Share Plan
• Health Spending Account
• Personal Spending Account
• Extended Health Care
• Dental and Vision Care
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Salary Range: $144,000 - $178,000

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

About Teck

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution.

Teck is one of Canada's leading mining companies, focused on providing products that are essential to building a better quality of life for people around the globe. Our commitment to our people is why Teck has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for seven consecutive years, listed as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and named to the 2024 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index. The pursuit of sustainability guides Teck's approach to business and we are proud to be recognized as one of the 2024 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.