<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client, an established organization in the financial services and investment management sector, is seeking a <strong>Corporate Accounting Manager</strong> to join its collaborative finance team.</p><p>This is a highly hands-on accounting opportunity within a lean, flat organizational structure, offering broad exposure to corporate accounting, financial reporting, operational finance, and process improvement. While carrying a Manager title, the position is primarily an individual contributor role, ideal for an experienced Senior Accountant or newly designated CPA looking to take ownership of core accounting functions without direct people management responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>The successful candidate will work closely with senior finance leadership and collaborate with a Fund Accounting Manager, with opportunities for cross-training and exposure to fund accounting activities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day corporate accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and month-end close.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE and IFRS, as applicable.</li><li>Oversee operational accounting activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Support investor reporting, regulatory filings, and other financial reporting requirements.</li><li>Prepare working papers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for external audits and year-end reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with the Fund Accounting Manager and participate in cross-training initiatives to build knowledge of fund accounting processes and provide coverage as required.</li><li>Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiencies.</li><li>Support accounting systems enhancements and technology-related initiatives.</li><li>Work closely with senior management and external advisors on accounting, reporting, and compliance matters.</li><li>Participate in ad hoc accounting projects and initiatives as required.</li></ul>
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper in Vaughan, ON. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, primarily on-site. The role is structured as a contract with the potential to become permanent. </p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Manage all accounting activities for two entities, including daily entries and monthly close processes.</li><li>Maintain accurate bookkeeping using QuickBooks Online, entering vendor bills, customer invoices, and expenses.</li><li>Reconcile bank and credit card accounts on a weekly basis to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Oversee the general ledger through proper coding, journal entries, and necessary adjustments.</li><li>Record and monitor intercompany transactions between both organizations.</li><li>Complete month-end close tasks, including reconciling all balance sheet accounts and posting accruals and prepaids.</li><li>Prepare and submit required returns and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.</li><li>Generate monthly financial statements for review and prepare year-end books for the external CPA.</li><li>Update and analyze cash flow statements in Excel, maintaining rolling forecasts for 4, 8, and 12 weeks.</li><li>Identify and communicate any upcoming cash shortfalls or unusual financial movements to management promptly.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>At least 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise with QuickBooks Online and Excel for financial reporting and forecasting.</li><li>Strong ability to reconcile accounts, post adjusting entries, and maintain accurate ledgers.</li><li>Experience managing accounting functions for multiple entities or intercompany transactions.</li><li>Proven capacity to prepare financial statements and support external audits or year-end processes.</li><li>Attention to detail in tracking and forecasting cash flow across multiple accounts.</li><li>Ability to explain variances between forecasted and actual cash flows and provide clear financial insights.</li></ul>