<p><strong>Job Description: Accounting Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p> Our client in Mississauga is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a short-term contract. In this role, the Accounting Manager will serve as the main contact for the financial audit and oversee the integrity of financial processes, account reconciliation, and reporting. You will have substantial hands-on accounting experience, the ability to manage and support a team, and a strong background with NetSuite, advanced Excel skills, and prior exposure to big-four firm audits and multi-segment account structures.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Serve as the primary point of contact for the 2025 audit, starting Tuesday, February 17th.</p><p>· Prepare, review, and approve account reconciliations, ensuring all necessary supporting documentation is provided.</p><p>· Prepare and review journal entries for accuracy and completeness.</p><p>· Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements.</p><p>· Maintain reconciled bank balances and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.</p><p>· Oversee weekly billings and payments, ensuring accuracy in both areas.</p><p>· Manage sales tax preparation and filing processes.</p><p>· Ensure strict adherence to internal accounting policies and applicable regulations.</p><p>· Lead, support, and mentor a small accounting team (two direct reports: Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable).</p><p>· Support process improvement initiatives for greater efficiency and accuracy within the department.</p><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>This hybrid opportunity is located with a client downtown Toronto, looking to hire an AVP, Finance & Administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial information and ensuring the implementation of effective controls within the organization's financial accounting operations. This also role oversees the compilation of financial statements, manages Head Office and regulatory reporting, and supports annual reporting activities. Additional responsibilities include monitoring bank reconciliations, entering and reviewing General Ledger data, maintaining account controls, and handling audit and client confirmation requests. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to uphold high standards of financial integrity. </p><p><br></p><p>Reports to: Director, Finance & Administration</p><p>Direct reports: None</p><p><br></p><p>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</p><p>• Compile financial statements, conduct Head Office reporting, and produce annual reports.</p><p>• Preparation of annual reports and financial statements, along with supporting external auditors' requests for the yearly audit.</p><p>• Review and monitor bank reconciliations and related reporting activities, ensuring prompt follow-up on any outstanding unreconciled items.</p><p>• Perform and review daily and monthly General Ledger accounting data entry</p><p>• Prepare daily, monthly, and quarterly OSFI and Bank of Canada regulatory returns as directed by the supervisor.</p><p>• Compile monthly inter-office managerial adjustments within the managerial accounting system</p><p>• Gather and prepare annual income and balance sheet information and Ledger supports</p><p>• Enter, review, and update customer master data—including registration, changes, and closure—in the accounting system.</p><p>• Prepare monthly provincial allocations for deposits and loans for tax</p><p>• Perform reconciliation and preparation of the annual T5 Return of Investment Income</p><p>• Prepare unearned loan fee amortization schedules using effective interest rate method</p><p>• Support internal monitoring requests and internal audit requests</p><p>• Maintain all documentation related to reports, manuals, and procedures up to date and ensure compliance with both local and Head Office standards</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in overseeing financial planning and analysis, operational finance, and commercial functions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and drive financial performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage financial planning and analysis activities, ensuring accurate forecasting and budgeting processes.<br>• Oversee operational finance tasks, including P& L management and trade spend analysis.<br>• Collaborate with sales and commercial teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.<br>• Implement and maintain effective accounting and financial reporting systems.<br>• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to address specific business needs and opportunities.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.<br>• Optimize finance operations to enhance efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Lead the preparation of detailed financial reports for stakeholders.<br>• Develop and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams to facilitate collaboration.<br>• Monitor financial performance and recommend strategies for improvement.
<p>Our client a highly successful Real Estate Investment Company has a great opportunity for a Manager Financial Reporting to join their Finance team in Toronto. In this role, you will oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting processes, support decision-making, and drive operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing portfolio of real estate investments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual IFRS consolidated financial statements, including supporting notes and schedules.</p><p>• Perform entity-level and group-level consolidations for a diverse portfolio of real estate investments and operating companies.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during quarterly reviews and annual audits, ensuring timely preparation of audit documentation.</p><p>• Collaborate with property management accounting teams to analyze property-level financial results and resolve variances.</p><p>• Assist in the development and refinement of reporting packages and board presentation materials.</p><p>• Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes by consolidating inputs from various stakeholders.</p><p>• Conduct monthly variance analyses, comparing actual results to budgets and forecasts, and provide insights on trends.</p><p>• Utilize Yardi or other real estate-focused systems to maintain data accuracy and streamline reporting processes.</p><p>• Perform cash flow planning and periodic analyses to guide investment and operational decisions.</p><p>• Contribute to strategic initiatives, including acquisitions, refinancing, and process improvements, by conducting financial analyses.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled and dynamic Accounting Manager for an exciting opportunity within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting while mentoring a team of accountants and driving process improvements. If you’re technically knowledgeable, thrive in leadership positions, and are passionate about advancing internal controls, this position is for you!</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>As the Accounting Manager, you will:</p><p>· Prepare and review journal entries in adherence with ASPE and GAAP standards.</p><p>· Manage and coordinate month-end and year-end close processes to meet deadlines.</p><p>· Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to a team of accountants, fostering their development and resolving technical accounting challenges.</p><p>· Ensure timely and accurate completion of all balance sheet reconciliations, adhering to established monthly deadlines.</p><p>· Collaborate across departments to collect and analyze financial data, maintaining consistency and accuracy in reporting.</p><p>· Identify areas for process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with tax regulations, managing HST and WSIB filings as required.</p><p>· Act as the primary liaison for external auditors, preparing documentation and addressing requests.</p><p>· Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.</p><p>· Provide support for special projects, system upgrades, and ongoing process improvements.</p><p><br></p>
