Accounting Manager

Fabris Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Stoney Creek is seeking an Accounting Team Lead to oversee cost accounting and cash management while developing the Accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting and over 5 years of manufacturing experience. Key responsibilities include budgeting, financial reporting, and audit coordination. The role offers competitive wages and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

100% funded benefits program

Company matched pension plan

Profit sharing

Casual dress

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing-related role, preferably in a machine shop.
• Cost accounting experience is essential.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost accounting and inventory management.
• Develop comprehensive budgeting and statistical analysis.
• Manage the Accounting team's performance and development.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Accounting

Tools

Visual Manufacturing

ERP systems

Job description

Role Overview

The Accounting Team Lead (Accounting Manager) is responsible for leading the cost accounting and inventory management functions and overseeing all aspects of cash management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The Accounting Manager supports strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis, capital financing initiatives, and audit coordination, while managing the performance and development of the Accounting team.

We are looking for someone to lead the finance function and provide support and insights to leaders and team across the company.

What you can expect as a member of our team

• Competitive wages
• 100% funded benefits program, including life, health, dental and vision coverage
• 100% company matched pension plan
• Profit sharing
• A work environment that promotes team work and synergy
• A supportive and engaged management team

Responsibilities

• Lead cost accounting and inventory management by enhancing and maintaining cost accounting procedures to enable accurate analysis and reporting of labour, overhead and raw materials
• Own all aspects of cash management, including preparation and oversight of bank reconciliations, general journal entries, bank adjustments, cash receipts, collections, and disbursements, ensuring optimal liquidity and bank balance adequacy
• Develop and maintain comprehensive budgeting, costing, and statistical analysis covering inventory levels, labor costs, gross margins, and asset utilization to support strategic decision-making
• Deliver timely, accurate financial reporting and analysis to support business performance monitoring and forecasting
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements, including the profit sharing report
• Drive capital financing initiatives by supporting and participating in negotiations of short and long term capital financing, ensuring the maintenance of banking covenants monitoring the borrowing base report is prepared quarterly
• Lead audit preparation and coordination, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors for financial audits
• Manage the Accounting team’s performance and development, including onboarding, training and addressing performance concerns
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in cross-functional meetings and leading special projects as needed
• Provide accounting support by stepping in to perform various roles, as required
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership offering financial insight and operational support on key business matters

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Accounting or a related discipline or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing-related role, preferably in a machine shop
• Cost accounting experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Exposure to Visual Manufacturing and / or ERP systems is an asset
• Knowledge of ISO systems
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner both verbally and in writing with all internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision care

If you are seeking an opportunity to join a highly successful, progressive company, a team that creates and thrives in a revolutionary environment and the ability to make a difference in the success of our customers, kindly forward your resume.

We thank you for taking the time to submit your resume, however, only those candidates meeting our qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

Our company welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job types : Full-time, permanent

Location : South Service Road, Stoney Creek, ON