Original job description
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This role combines hands-on technical accounting expertise with people leadership responsibilities. As an Associate Accounting Manager, you will oversee client engagements, review financial reporting deliverables, mentor accounting team members, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong financial reporting experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for developing people while delivering exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities
Client Accounting & Financial Reporting
Review and approve month-end financial reporting packages, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
Prepare and review financial statements for private and public entities in accordance with ASPE and IFRS.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of government filings, financial statements, and related reporting requirements.
Support cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities for clients.
Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a key point of contact for accounting and financial matters.
Coordinate with external auditors, public accountants, financial institutions, and other stakeholders as required.
Assist clients with operational, financial, and strategic initiatives.
Team Leadership & Development
Supervise, mentor, and support a team of accountants and junior accounting staff.
Review work completed by team members and provide coaching, feedback, and guidance.
Assist with workload planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure deadlines are met.
Contribute to performance management and professional development initiatives.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
Process Improvement & Operations
Assist in implementing and improving accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting procedures.
Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency through technology and process improvements.
Support special projects and firm initiatives as required.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
Benefits
Dental care
Paid time off
Vision care
Work from home
Experience
progressive accounting: 7 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote
More about this job
Responsibilities
Oversee client accounting engagements by reviewing financial reporting packages, statements, reconciliations, and filings, while supporting clients with cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial initiatives. Lead and develop accounting staff, coordinate with clients and external stakeholders, and improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.
Requirements
Requires at least seven years of progressive accounting experience and strong financial reporting expertise, including work with ASPE and IFRS. The ideal candidate is a CPA with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead, mentor, and deliver high-quality client service.
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Technical Accounting
- Month-End Close
- ASPE
- IFRS
- Reconciliations
- Journal Entries
- Government Filings
- Cash Flow Management
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Financial Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Mentoring
Benefits
- Dental Care
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Care
- Work From Home
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Consulting
Keywords
- CPA
- Progressive Accounting Experience
- Technical Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- ASPE
- IFRS
- Month-End Reporting
- Financial Statements
- Reconciliations
- Journal Entries
- Supporting Schedules
- Government Filings
- Cash Flow Management
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Financial Analysis
- External Auditors
- Client Accounting
- Team Leadership
- Mentoring
- Workload Planning
- Resource Allocation
- Performance Management
- Internal Controls
- Process Improvement
- Regulatory Compliance
