Manager, Finance & Accounting

MEDITERRANEAN SHIP.INC.•Montreal, QC

About The Position

Join a freight forwarding company within the MSC Group and help connect customers to global trade through agile, end‑to‑end logistics solutions. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Finance and Accounting Manager to join our team and help shape our financial direction.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; a Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a strong plus.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office.
Bilingual : French spoken and written with fluent English to collaborate with key stakeholders worldwide.
Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style.
A team-oriented leader with a reliable and supportive approach.

Nice To Haves

Industry experience in freight forwarding, transportation, or logistics is preferred.
Solid knowledge of SAP FC and CargoWise is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Preparing and managing financial reporting in line with IFRS and local GAAP.
Continuously analyze financials and independently identify relevant drivers as well as financial optimization potential.
Focus on the development of accounting quality, ensuring reliable internal control systems, and supporting external and internal auditors.
Prepare ongoing financial reports, including budgets and rolling forecasts (RFC).
Support or manage the month-end closing process and reporting to HQ.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely registration and reconciliation of all business transactions.
Manage accounts receivable collection and accounts payable payment.
Leading a small team of accounting professionals.
Managing relationships with external providers for tax, audit, and payroll services.