Sr Finance Manager

We are looking for a Senior Finance Manager to lead core financial operations and support accurate, timely reporting for the organization in Markham, Ontario. This role is suited to a detail-oriented finance leader who can oversee day-to-day accounting activities, strengthen controls, and guide process improvements across multiple accounting functions. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders to support budgeting, payroll, payables, and system-based financial workflows while maintaining compliance and reporting integrity.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting operations, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and prepared in accordance with internal standards and reporting deadlines.

• Oversee accounts payable activities, monitor payment workflows, and resolve issues that may affect the timely processing of vendor obligations.

• Manage payroll-related accounting tasks and coordinate with relevant teams or service providers to support accurate and compliant payroll administration.

• Supervise month-end and period-end close activities, including account reconciliations, variance review, and the preparation of supporting documentation.

• Lead budget coordination efforts by partnering with business leaders to compile financial inputs, track performance, and support forecast adjustments.

• Review financial data in ERP and related accounting platforms to identify discrepancies, improve reporting quality, and strengthen process efficiency.

• Support the administration and effective use of tools such as ADP, BlackLine, Concur, and other accounting systems that enable financial operations.

• Evaluate existing accounting procedures and implement improvements to enhance controls, consistency, and operational effectiveness, including system-related process updates where required.

• Proven experience in an accounting leadership role with responsibility for supervising core finance processes and reviewing financial work.
• Strong knowledge of accounting operations, including accounts payable, payroll support, reconciliations, and period-end close activities.
• Hands-on experience working with accounting software, ERP platforms, and financial systems such as ADP, BlackLine, or Concur.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgeting activities, analyze financial information, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, financial accuracy standards, and process review within a corporate accounting environment.
• High level of attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to organize multiple priorities within established timelines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across departments and support continuous improvement initiatives.