Accounting Manager
About The Position
At SFIR Consulting Ltd., we are on a mission to redefine accounting. We believe accountants should be proactive, trusted advisors, not reactive service providers. Our clients rely on us year-round to help them make informed financial decisions that directly impact profitability, growth, and long-term stability. We combine 'Big Firm Expertise' with 'Small Firm Values' to deliver thoughtful, tailored solutions — and we take that responsibility seriously. We are hiring one full-time Accounting Manager to join our team. The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in delivering on our mission. This role ensures our clients receive accurate, timely, and well-reviewed work while also developing and supporting accounting professionals within the firm. Our clients make real decisions based on what we deliver. This role exists to protect quality, strengthen accountability, and build long-term trust.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience with strong accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proven ability to review staff work, identify errors, and provide clear, constructive feedback.
- Demonstrated ability to assess client year-end readiness and GST/HST returns.
- Intermediate to advanced experience in a widely used accounting system, including file review, troubleshooting discrepancies, and performing cleanups.
- Strong professional judgment and commitment to quality, accuracy, and compliance.
- Exhibits a strong ownership mindset, taking full accountability for client file accuracy, completeness, quality of review, and team performance.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and deliver month-end close (MEC) bookkeeping with accuracy and consistency
- Oversee and deliver year-end procedures, including coordination with external firms when required
- Oversee and deliver hourly bookkeeping and consulting engagements
- Oversee and deliver accounting process improvement initiatives
- Review and oversight of tax and compliance filings (T4, T4A, T5, 1099, sales tax, and ad hoc filings)
- Supervise and mentor a team of Staff Accountants and Interns
- Conduct semi-annual and annual performance reviews
- Set clear expectations, goals, and development plans
- Deliver training on accounting practices and systems
- Identify and address performance risks early
- Participate in hiring decisions and, when necessary, terminations
- Review timesheets and monitor billable hours
- Approve expenses and manage assigned team budgets
- Maintain accurate task and project tracking in internal systems
- Ensure strong documentation across all internal platforms
- Approve team leave requests and oversee accrued balances
- Participate in weekly leadership and departmental check-ins
- Communicate clearly and report to leadership
Benefits
- Remote work environment with the occasional in-person work day
- Competitive salary: $90,000 - $100,000 based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package: Medical (including Rx), Dental, and Vision
- Clear growth pathways to Senior roles
- Opportunity for billable project work
- Eligibility for discretionary year-end performance bonuses based on individual contribution and overall company performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
