We are seeking a Manager, Finance - Partnership Reporting to join our team in the Vaughan Office.
The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the National Finance Reporting team, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, compensation-related processes, and other key Finance activities.
The role serves as the primary operational leader within the team of 3 individuals in providing technical guidance, quality review, coaching, and workload coordination while supporting continuous process improvement and organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:Operational Leadership & Month-End Close
- Lead and coordinate and oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities with internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitor deliverables, timelines, and team workload to ensure deadlines are achieved.
- Escalate issues, risks, and bottlenecks proactively.
- Support continuous improvement of close processes and external reporting timelines.
Review & Quality Assurance
- Review and put proper controls in place regarding reconciliations, supporting schedules, journal entries, and working papers.
- Ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency of financial information while developing compliance framework and proper financial related policies.
- Strengthening controls and review procedures across Finance processes.
- Promote a culture of accountability and first-time quality.
Team Leadership & Development
- With proven experience in team management, provide day-to-day coaching and guidance to Finance staff.
- Support performance management, goal setting, and employee development.
- Coordinate cross-training and succession planning initiatives.
- Foster independent problem-solving and ownership within the team.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Improve and support preparation and review of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Act as a business partner with management reporting and variance analysis for consolidated & national results.
- Act as a subject matter expert in the development and actively contribute to reporting enhancements with respect to technology and processes.
Audit, Compliance & Process Improvement
- Support external audit activities and coordination of audit requests.
- Lead with documentation of policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Participate in governance, compliance, and process improvement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
Special Projects
- Participate in reporting enhancements, and transformation initiatives. Champion the adoption of technology across our Finance function.
- Support ad hoc Finance modernization projects as required.
What You'll Bring:- CPA designation.
- Proven experience in team management (functional and performance).
- 7-10 + years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
- Experience in professional firms or compensation model for partnership.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close processes, and internal controls.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Exhibits strong creativity and an ability to think beyond traditional frameworks.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience with budgeting, reporting systems, and process improvement initiatives.
What we offer:We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance. We offer:
- A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks' Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
- A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
- Flexible working options;
- Maternity Leave Top-up;
- A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
- An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
- Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
- A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
- Professional Development opportunities;
- Employee appreciation events;
- Charitable giving programs.
Compensation:We offer a market-leading total rewards package with the expected range of the annual salary to be between $122,528 - 149,757.
The final salary is influenced by the location of the incumbent and may fluctuate based on the qualifications, skills, and market considerations, ensuring alignment with internal and external pay equity standards.
