Accounting Manager

Location: Mississauga, On-site, 5 days per week

Language: Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Duration: 6-month contract

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established public sector organization, is seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to support accounting operations during a busy period of financial reporting, audit preparation and year-end activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional ready to take the next step into leadership.

You'll join a stable, collaborative team of five accounts payable and receivable professionals who take pride in their work. Your ability to build trust, support colleagues and balance day-to-day priorities with key financial deliverables will make a meaningful impact.

What's in it for You

• A supportive, experienced team that values collaboration and work-life balance.
• An opportunity to strengthen your leadership experience and gain exposure to key financial processes.
• A stable environment with established processes, training resources and opportunities to contribute.
• Potential consideration for permanent opportunities as organizational needs evolve.

Your Responsibilities

• You'll oversee daily accounts payable and receivable operations, supporting a team of five professionals.
• You'll coordinate accounting activities across regional offices, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• You'll lead key reconciliations, financial reporting deliverables and year-end billing statement processes.
• You'll support audit preparation, working closely with stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• You'll resolve escalations, address discrepancies and provide hands-on support when needed.
• You'll build strong relationships across the team while identifying opportunities to improve workflows.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including AP/AR oversight, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Previous supervisory experience or demonstrated readiness to transition into a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and year-end processes.
• CPA designation considered an asset, although extensive relevant experience is equally valued.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP is an asset, with training resources available.
• A collaborative, approachable leadership style with the flexibility to roll up your sleeves and support the team.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and manage competing priorities.

Why Partner with Altis

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