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Accounting Manager or ControllerElby Professional Recruitment • Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, CA
Accounting Manager or Controller

Accounting Manager or Controller

Elby Professional Recruitment • Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, CA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading professional services firm, is seeking a high-impact accounting leader to join their team. Depending on experience, this role may be positioned as Accounting Manager or Controller , offering the opportunity to step into a highly visible, business-critical position.

This role blends hands-on ownership of day-to-day accounting with the opportunity to be involved in meaningful strategic financial initiatives . The ideal candidate is an analytical self-starter who thrives in a leadership capacity, brings clarity to complex financial data, and partners effectively with senior leadership. For the right individual, this position offers strong visibility, influence, and a clear path for continued professional growth.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all accounting and finance operations, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
  • Manage government filings and act as the banking liaison.
  • Lead collection efforts on aging accounts and manage cash resources.
  • Assist with tracking and reporting financial position, cash flow, forecasting, and cost controls.
  • Produce accurate monthly P&L statements and weekly cash flow reports.
  • Collaborate effectively with external partners (e.g., MNP, banks) and internal project managers.
  • Participate in the management committee, administering meetings.
  • Evaluate and improve existing accounting systems and processes, and propose more efficient alternatives.
  • Contribute at a strategic level, providing financial insights and leadership beyond operational tasks.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of accounting experience in small to mid-sized organizations with broad accounting experience
  • CPA is preferred
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to provide strategic advice.
  • Proficiency in Excel is essential and larger ERP systems is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a small team.
  • To be eligible for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

    Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve candidate experience.

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