Summary:The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Controller and is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. The position leads month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities; supports financial planning and analysis; ensures compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies; and maintains an effective internal control environment. The Accounting Manager partners with operational and corporate stakeholders to provide financial insight, drive continuous improvement, and support strategic business objectives.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:- Perform full-cycle accounting functions, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and consolidated financial information.
- Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Review and approve bi-weekly payroll and perform variance analysis.
- Prepare payroll, vacation, bonus, commission, and other accruals.
- Prepare and file GST, PST, WCB, Statistics Canada, and other regulatory filings.
- Remit federal and provincial tax installments and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
- Review and approve vendor payments, EFTs, and wire transfers.
- Maintain fixed asset records and prepare depreciation, amortization, and disposal entries.
- Perform foreign currency translation and consolidation activities.
- Complete OneStream reporting requirements and prepare monthly management reports.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and provide supporting documentation.
- Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and system efficiency.
- Implement corporate finance policies and support treasury, insurance, tax, and internal audit initiatives.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Skills/Knowledge- Strong knowledge of GAAP, Canadian tax compliance, and financial reporting.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial systems proficiency.
- Experience with Business Central, OneStream, Concur, and Bloomberg considered an asset.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage confidential information and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
Education- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent.
- CPA designation required.
Experience- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
