<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional ready for your next leadership challenge? Our client, an industry leader, is seeking a skilled Accounting Manager to serve as the head finance. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity with a very stable company.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with Canadian accounting standards.</li><li>Prepare month-end financial consolidating reports.</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Canadian tax regulations (e.g., GST/HST, corporate income tax) and other statutory requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and assist in the annual audit process including audit schedules preparation.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and support for budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Manage accounting staff aiding in the development of the team’s growth, skillset and knowledge of the work being performed. </li><li>Develop strong relationships with Operating personnel gaining a strong understanding of the Company’s operations leading to the development of internal management reports aiding in business decisions by all departments.</li><li>Perform monthly reconciliations for Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts to ensure balances are accurate and properly supported.</li><li>Maintain strong communication with the Company’s banking relationships ensuring full compliance with monthly and annual requirements including bank reporting and debt covenant calculations.</li><li>Monitor daily cash activities across all entities and accounts and perform cash projections for future cash inflows and outflows ensuring the Company has proper levels of liquidity and working capital.</li><li>Champion the documentation of policies and procedures across all areas of the Accounting Departments including Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, etc. </li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Burnaby, British Columbia. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting operations, lead a dynamic team, and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial infrastructure for a growing SaaS company. This position offers an exciting opportunity to combine leadership, technical expertise, and strategic thinking to build a world-class accounting function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and supervise the general ledger operations, ensuring accurate and timely month-end closings for both parent and international subsidiaries.<br>• Lead and mentor a team of accountants, providing guidance, training, and opportunities for skill development and growth.<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of financial operations and reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.<br>• Oversee the preparation and submission of global indirect tax filings, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions.<br>• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors during annual consolidated audits and statutory audits for international subsidiaries.<br>• Research and resolve complex technical accounting issues, documenting policies and ensuring adherence to standards.<br>• Develop and implement comprehensive standard operating procedures to maintain high-quality accounting records and minimize risks.<br>• Perform in-depth analysis of financial results, preparing variance reports and analytics to support business decision-making.<br>• Drive efficiency and automation within the accounting function by managing the implementation of new software and systems.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address finance, accounting, and tax-related matters effectively.
<p><strong>About the Business</strong></p><p>Our client is a leader in their industry and part of a large successful manufacturing group with locations across Ontario. They are are committed to safety, innovation, and exceptional performance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking an <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee the financial operations of two locations in the Niagara region. This is a <strong>fully onsite role</strong>, designed for an individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and values close partnership with operational leaders.</p><p><br></p><p>Working directly alongside the <strong>General Manager</strong>, the Accounting Manager will act as a strategic business partner—providing financial insights, supporting operational decision‑making, and contributing to the long‑term success of the business. This is an excellent career‑building opportunity for an individual looking to grow into senior leadership within a dynamic and evolving manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>High visibility and influence</strong>: Direct collaboration with the GM and leadership team.</li><li><strong>Career growth</strong>: Opportunity to shape financial processes, build capability, and advance into more senior roles over time.</li><li><strong>Onsite impact</strong>: Being present with operations, teams, and leadership creates real‑time collaboration and stronger business alignment.</li><li><strong>Expanding business</strong>: Join an organization committed to modernization, continuous improvement, and people development.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month‑end and year‑end close processes.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Monthly analysis of financial results, compared to budgets, and forecasts.</li><li>Maintain the general ledger, and ensure timely reconciliations of g/l accounts and accuracy of journal entries.</li><li>Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditures.</li><li>Responsibility for inventory costing, job costing, and cost accounting.</li><li>Be a strong business Partner for the GM, Operations and Production. </li><li>Responsible for developmen, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls and accounting policies.</li><li>Support internal and external audits as required.</li><li>Manage, mentor and coach Accounting team of 4-6 direct reports.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
