We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Winnipeg, Manitoba. In this role, you will play a key part in overseeing full-cycle accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while contributing to process improvements and supporting strategic business goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage all aspects of full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, general ledger updates, accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and asset tracking.<br>• Prepare and reconcile balance sheets, subsidiary ledgers, and bank statements to ensure the accuracy of financial records.<br>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely preparation of accruals, adjustments, and reports.<br>• Produce detailed financial statements and reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses, for management review.<br>• Analyze and optimize cost structures within a manufacturing environment, including job costing, inventory valuation, and expense tracking.<br>• Identify opportunities for process improvements in accounting workflows and collaborate with teams to implement changes.<br>• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and external reporting requirements while supporting audit preparations.<br>• Liaise with external auditors and address any compliance-related queries during audit processes.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance.
<p>We are currently partnering with an innovative and growing technology company with global operations that’s looking to add a <strong>Director of Finance</strong> to their leadership team. This organization has built a strong reputation for delivering automation and technology-driven solutions across North America,. The role offers the flexibility of <strong>working primarily remote</strong>, but the successful candidate will need to be <strong>based in Winnipeg</strong> for occasional in-person collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Lead all financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, and cash management.</p><p>Provide strategic financial insights to support company growth and operational efficiency.</p><p>Partner with senior leadership on business planning, risk management, and decision-making.</p><p>Oversee HR functions including workforce planning, compensation, and compliance.</p><p>Ensure Canadian and US financial and tax compliance requirements are met.</p><p>Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders.</p><p>Develop and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting systems.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a well-established manufacturing company located south of Winnipeg, is seeking a Controller to join their finance team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role plays a key part in managing all accounting functions related to standard costing, month-end close, and financial reporting for the plant operations. The position includes one direct report and offers the opportunity to take on a leadership role within a growing organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and update standard costs for manufactured products</li><li>Support operations with production and financial reporting requirements</li><li>Lead financial aspects of ERP conversion and integration projects</li><li>Support corporate accounting needs including budgets, audits, and tax filings</li><li>Analyze variances to standard costs and operational benchmarks</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports, and plant budgets</li><li>Develop cost estimates for new products</li><li>Monitor project spending and calculate cost savings from initiatives</li><li>Audit accounts payable invoices and ensure accuracy of approvals</li><li>Perform other duties and special projects as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
