Accounting Manager

Signature Supplements; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-sized manufacturing company is seeking a Finance Manager to lead all financial activities, including budgeting, risk management, and ERP system implementation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and leadership skills, with over 5 years of experience in finance. This full-time role offers a salary starting from $70,000 per year along with benefits such as health care and paid time off.

Benefits

Dental care

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting, financial analysis or auditing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment contributing to financial planning.
• Outstanding financial and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and review accounts receivable, ensuring completeness.
• Manage accounts payable activities including invoice verification.
• Prepare and present financial statements and business performance metrics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of financial systems

Problem identification

Problem resolution

Education

BA degree or diploma in Accounting, Business or Finance

CPA designation (preferred)

Tools

ERP software

Job description

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Signature Supplements Inc. is seeking a Finance Manager that will lead all financial activities for the organization. This newly created role will be responsible for financial administration with bookkeeping and accounting activities, reporting, budget management, risk assessment and management, and working on strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, as well as knowledge of financial systems and regulations. They possess experience in a manufacturing environment contributing to financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy development. This role will be essential in the implementation of a new ERP system including workflow development, process mapping, and tying into inventory, product costing, and sales.

We are an independently owned and operated company with 60 employees and over 27 years in business.

Responsibilities :

Finance Administration

• Support and review accounts receivable activities with payment processing and reconciliation
• Ensure customer account terms are maintained, provide monthly account statements, and handle collections
• Accounts payable activities including invoice entry, filing, verification against the Purchase Order received and posting entries, including those with exchange rates for imported materials
• Manage and issue payments including vendors, employee expenses, and contractors
• Complete bank reconciliations and pre-paid expense allocations
• HST and corporate tax filing and payments
• Capital asset tracking
• Posting of payroll entries, tracking employee loans, and monitoring wage garnishments
• Monitor employee benefits programs for health benefits and group savings, ensuring accurate payroll deductions and rate changes
• Review annual rates for Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) and update systems accordingly
• Oversee the allocation and management of financial resources
• Prepare, analyze and present financial statements, cash flow statements, reports, and business performance metrics
• Facilitate annual operating budget development, provide recommendations on areas for investment and ensure spending is within set budgetary guidelines
• Monitor product costing, margins, and discounts to ensure they are appropriately set for profitability
• Identify and mitigate financial risks to protect the organization from potential losses
• Evaluate insurance and liability coverage and monitor renewal schedules

Strategic Initiatives & Process Improvement

Develop, implement and manage new ERP workflows for all financial activities and provide training for financial workflows

Evaluate and recommend business investment opportunities to maximize returns

Develop forecasts to guide the organization’s financial strategy and decision-making

Research, recommend, and apply for grants and funding as they relate to business initiatives

Develop and monitor cost of goods sold (COGS) models for all product lines

Identify and develop areas for improvement in financial processes and policies

Collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements :

BA degree or diploma in Accounting, Business or Finance, CPA designation is preferred

5+ years of related accounting, financial analysis, or auditing experience

Experience in a manufacturing environment and familiarity with financial systems in an ERP software considered an asset

Outstanding financial and analytical skills

Working knowledge of relevant financial laws and regulations

Ability to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner

Strong work ethic and collaborative team attitude

Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Fantastic organizational and time management skills

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : From $70,000.00 per year

Dental care

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Schedule :

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Experience :

accounting : 3 years (preferred)

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

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