Accounting Manager

Our client is an established manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their team near Guelph, ON. This is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the accounting function and leading a team of four accounting professionals. They are part of a global organization and offer a stable, established environment with strong leadership.

The Opportunity

The Accounting Manager will oversee the accounting function while providing leadership and direction to a team of four. This is a hands-on management role with regular interaction with senior leadership.

The successful candidate will be responsible for areas including financial reporting, general accounting, AP/AR, costing, internal controls, budgeting, audits, and accounting systems and processes.

This opportunity would suit either an experienced Accounting Manager looking for a long-term role or a strong Senior Accountant ready to take the next step into people leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of four accounting professionals
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and other financial reporting
• Manage general accounting activities, including AP, AR, general ledger, costing, and operating expenses
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of costs and revenues
• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Coordinate internal and external audit requirements
• Oversee accounting systems and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies
• Work closely with senior leadership on financial results and reporting
• Support payroll, inventory, and other accounting-related functions as required

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA, CGA is preferred
• Progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience
• Previous manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
• Public accounting experience with manufacturing clients will also be considered
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Japanese/English bilingualism is considered a strong asset

#ACC1 This posting is for an open vacancy currently available within our client's organization. Interested and qualified candidates please apply today. We would like to thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.

To be eligible for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve candidate experience