Senior Manager of Accounting

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting to lead technical accounting, financial reporting, consolidations, audit activities, and internal controls across a complex, multi-entity organization. This leadership role is ideal for a CPA with deep accounting expertise, strong business acumen, and a passion for building and developing high-performing teams.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

• Lead the preparation and review of complex accounting transactions, including revenue recognition, inventory, fixed assets, financing arrangements, and equity-related activities.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Perform technical accounting research and provide guidance on the application of ASPE standards.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and best practices that support consistent financial reporting.

Consolidations & Corporate Accounting

• Manage multi-entity consolidations, including elimination entries and reporting across various business units.
• Oversee intercompany accounting and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Partner with operational stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting and business decision-making.

Controls & Process Improvement

• Review complex balance sheet reconciliations and ensure adherence to internal control requirements.
• Evaluate and strengthen financial controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate risk and improve reporting accuracy.
• Maintain supporting documentation, process maps, and control frameworks.

Audit, Compliance & Tax Support

• Lead the annual external audit process and serve as the primary liaison for auditors.
• Ensure compliance with indirect tax requirements, including GST/HST/QST reporting.
• Support the preparation and documentation of SR& ED claims and other compliance-related initiatives.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide coaching, mentorship, and day-to-day leadership to members of the accounting team.
• Lead recruitment, performance management, and employee development activities.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and continuous improvement-focused culture within Finance.
• Identify training and development opportunities that enhance team effectiveness and support organizational goals.

Business Partnership & Special Projects

• Collaborate with Finance and operational leaders to improve processes, increase efficiencies, and support strategic initiatives.
• Participate in special projects and other finance-related initiatives as required.

What We're Looking For

• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including technical accounting and financial reporting responsibilities.
• Strong experience with multi-entity consolidations and intercompany accounting.
• Solid knowledge of ASPE and Canadian accounting practices.
• Experience managing audits, internal controls, and complex reconciliations.
• Previous people leadership experience is considered a strong asset.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.

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