SENIOR MANAGER, FINANCE
About The Position
The Senior Manager, Finance is a key leader within the finance function, responsible for overseeing end-to-end accounting processes across accounts receivable, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, managing working capital, and supporting acquisition integration activities across Canada. The role requires strong technical accounting expertise, process discipline, and the ability to operate in a high-growth, multi-entity environment. The Snr Manager, Finance leads a team of approximately 5 finance professionals while driving continuous improvement and process optimization.
Requirements
- CPA designation required
- 7+ years of progressive finance experience, including 3 years of leadership experience
- Experience managing full-cycle accounting, audit, and tax
- Strong knowledge of financial controls and reporting
Nice To Haves
- Experience in high growth M&A environment preferred
- Experience in multi-location environments preferred
- Proven track record in process improvement
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end Accounts Receivable (AR) process, including invoicing, collections, and cash application
- Manage and monitor AR sub-ledger integrity and ensure timely reconciliation to the general ledger
- Oversee AR aging analysis and lead escalation of overdue balances
- Drive collection efforts, including proactive follow-ups on all outstanding receivables
- Identify and implement process improvements to optimize cash flow and reduce DSO
- Oversee recognition, accuracy, and completeness of all revenue streams, including: Corporate store revenue, Net vendor revenue (Canada and U.S.), Licensee revenue, Central payment fees and insurance processing fees, Data income and other revenue streams
- Ensure timely month-end and year-end close procedures
- Ensure appropriate revenue cut-off, accruals, and deferrals are recorded in accordance with accounting standards
- Account for interest income and related entries
- Oversee preparation of weekly bank reconciliations across all entities
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly balance sheet reconciliations, with proper supporting documentation
- Manage accounting for prepaids and accruals
- Ensure strong controls over cash, working capital, and financial close processes
- Support finance activities related to new acquisitions, including: Preparation of opening balance sheets, Working capital settlement reconciliations, Purchase Price Allocation (PPA accounting) support
- Ensure seamless integration of acquired entities into finance processes and systems
- Partner with cross-functional teams to standardize accounting practices post-acquisition
- Monitor and report on working capital performance, including AR, AP and cash
- Provide insights on trends, variances, and optimization opportunities
- Support month-end and year-end close processes with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
- Review & Approve HST filings and ensure compliance with Canadian tax regulations
- Coordinate and support annual tax return preparation in partnership with external advisors
- Maintain compliance with internal controls and corporate accounting policies
- Support external and internal audits, including preparation of schedules and documentation
- Ensure audit readiness and resolution of audit findings
- Strengthening financial controls and documentation across all processes
- Identify opportunities to standardize and automate finance processes
- Support and mentor team members as required
- Drive continuous improvement in systems, reporting, and controls
- Support new store integrations into finance systems and workflows
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
