Accounting Manager

EPRA•Mississauga, ON

36d•CA$125,000 - CA$154,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Manager serves as the company's "lead accountant" and oversees all day-to-day finance and accounting operations. Their primary goals are to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with regulations and implement internal controls to mitigate risk.

Requirements

University degree in Business/Accounting or professional accounting designation CPA or equivalent combination of education and experience
10 years' relevant experience in progressively senior accounting or finance positions
Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting, financial management, internal controls, planning, and auditing
Thorough knowledge of all relevant Federal, Provincial, and local requirements regarding financials, taxes, records, and other similar items is essential
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are vital to the role
Expertise and knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, practices, and applications
Managerial experience leading team in a fast-paced environment
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficiency with Excel
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems, SAP By Design is an asset
Excellent verbal and written communication
Able to present information in a clear and concise manner
Proactive and deadline focused with a sense of urgency
Sound business judgement to take decisive action
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Aptitude for critical thinking and strong investigative skills
Effectively manages change, delegation of duties and development of others
Build collaborative working relationships with other departments
Demonstrated leadership
Strong sense of integrity and ethics

Nice To Haves

SAP By Design is an asset

Responsibilities

Lead accounting operations, including analysts, AP and AR, overseeing transaction processing, reconciliations, month/year-end close, tax, banking, and cash management
Responsible for the month end, quarter end, and year end closes in support of timely accurate complete financial statements for internal and external reporting
Oversee GST/HST, QST, payroll, and other statutory filings, remittances, audits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Develop, implement, and monitor accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance, accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Manage banking, insurance, and corporate financial relationships, including applications, reporting, and issue resolution.
Lead, mentor, train, and manage accounting team members while setting departmental priorities and supporting cross-functional operations.