Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager
   
Location: Mississauga, ON
  
Who Are We?

We are a strategic recruitment agency specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers across Canada and the United States. Our holistic approach ensures that both technical and cultural alignment leads to long-term success for all parties involved.

Why Are We Looking for You?

We are proud to partner with an industry leader as they continue to grow throughout Ontario and Quebec.  We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Accounting Manager for their Mississauga operations.  The Manager will lead the company’s financial operations and provide strategic support for executive-level decision-making.  This is a fully in-office position with 2 direct reports and provides ample opportunity to continue to grow in a scaling organization.
  
What's in it for you?
  

• Generous compensation package including benefits and career advancement opportunities
• The opportunity to contribute to executive-level strategic decision-making
• A busy and rewarding work environment with supportive leadership

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Support the preparation of various reports including financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and internal management
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Drive efficient invoicing and cash collection processes while managing supplier payments and associated documentation.
• Lead end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate remittances and timely compliance filings.
• Manage credit approvals, oversee cash flow forecasting, and conduct margin analysis across business units.
• Collaborate on inventory management, product costing, and pricing strategies to support company-wide financial decisions.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of ERP and third-party payroll systems.
• Oversee IT operations and vendor relationships, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and user training.
• Mentor and supervise the accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and professional development.

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or similar area of study. CPA designation, or working towards, is preferred.
• 5 or more years of progressive experience in corporate Finance / Accounting. Experience in construction or commercial service sectors is an asset but not required.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS, job costing, project-based accounting, and payroll.
• Computer proficient with strong experience in accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage.
• Proven leadership skills with an ability to mentor and coach direct reports.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a proven track record of meeting defined deadlines and producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.
• Committed to continuous improvement and thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• An ability to communicate with, and present information, to finance and non-finance persons of various levels (Technician to VP level) and professionally work with internal and external stakeholders.