Corporate Accounting Manager (Contract)

Mattr•Vaughan, ON

2d•CA$115,000 - CA$135,000

About The Position

As the Corporate Accounting Manager, you will drive strategic accounting leadership across the corporate division and multiple holding companies, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls. Success in this role is defined by your ability to lead and develop a high-performing accounting team, optimize processes, and strengthen financial operations across general accounting, intercompany billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting.
CPA designation required.
6–10 years of progressive experience in accounting, internal controls, or internal audit environments.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor and manage teams, including remote management capabilities.
Experience working within international and multi-divisional organizations.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Advanced knowledge of financial reporting, accounting standards (including IFRS), and internal control frameworks.
Proficiency with ERP systems (IFS, Onestream, or similar platforms preferred).

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes across corporate entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting.
Oversee all core accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany billing, and payroll.
Conduct detailed reviews and analysis of corporate balance sheet accounts and departmental expense statements to ensure financial integrity.
Design, implement, and continuously improve corporate accounting processes using tools such as Power BI and Excel to enhance efficiency and reporting capabilities.
Establish and manage internal control frameworks in compliance with Bill 52-109 requirements, including documentation, testing, and remediation of identified deficiencies.
Mentor, coach, and develop the accounting team while setting performance objectives aligned with organizational growth.
Oversee financial disclosures including stock-based compensation, long-term incentive plans, earnings per share, and contributed surplus reporting.
Manage stock option accounting, including fair value calculations, reconciliation processes, and maintenance of amortization schedules.
Support pension plan reporting and audit activities for defined benefit and contribution plans.
Review, maintain, and approve updates to corporate accounting systems (IFS) to ensure integrity and functionality.
Lead external audit processes and quarterly financial reviews while ensuring compliance with reporting standards.
Prepare statutory financial statements for international entities and contribute to special projects and corporate initiatives.