<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting & Administration Manager based in Grimsby, ON. This on-site role offers the opportunity to oversee all aspects of financial and administrative operations while working closely with senior leadership to support business performance. The position is well suited to individuals who enjoy managing a broad range of responsibilities and driving process improvements within the organization.</p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Direct the full scope of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow oversight.</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports to support informed decision-making.</li><li>Analyze financial performance, investigate variances, and identify cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to leadership.</li><li>Manage working capital, monitor cash flow, and uphold financial controls.</li><li>Support capital expenditure planning and reporting activities.</li><li>Oversee the entire accounting cycle, including payables, receivables, general ledger, and reconciliations.</li><li>Supervise banking operations, payment processing, and period-end closings.</li><li>Handle payroll administration and ensure compliance with government remittances.</li><li>Coordinate tax compliance, audit preparation, and statutory reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and implement robust internal controls.</li><li>Evaluate and improve existing accounting and administrative processes for efficiency.</li><li>Streamline workflows and implement automation where feasible.</li><li>Leverage accounting systems and technology, including AI-enabled solutions, to enhance reporting and information accessibility.</li><li>Oversee purchasing administration, vendor management, and supplier documentation.</li><li>Manage inventory financial records and monitor related costs.</li><li>Maintain operational and administrative databases accurately.</li><li>Coordinate employee benefit administration and related documentation.</li><li>Provide regular reporting and information to senior leadership.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to support strategic business decisions and improve profitability.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, customers, auditors, and external service providers.</li><li>Identify and address financial and operational risks proactively.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>Demonstrated experience managing financial and administrative functions within an organization.</li><li>Strong background in full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and reconciliations.</li><li>Proficiency in preparing financial statements, management reports, and conducting financial analysis.</li><li>Ability to evaluate and improve accounting processes, with experience implementing workflow efficiencies and automation.</li><li>Familiarity with accounting systems, reporting tools, and technology solutions relevant to finance and administration.</li><li>Experience coordinating tax compliance, audit preparation, and statutory reporting.</li><li>Capacity to manage purchasing administration, vendor records, and inventory-related financial data.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with senior leadership and external partners.</li></ul>