Accounting Manager

Trowbridge; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated finance professional to oversee global accounting operations and ensure compliance with international tax laws. In this dynamic role, you will manage month-end processes, prepare tax returns, and lead a collaborative team in a hybrid work environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute to improving client interactions and service quality. If you are passionate about finance and looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience required.
• Experience with multinational entities and multiple currencies is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global accounting operations ensuring compliance with tax laws.
• Prepare tax-related financial schedules for Canadian tax returns.
• Supervise accounts payable process and vendor relationships.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Client Service

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Power BI

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Mission

At Trowbridge, we are committed to providing exceptional international taxation services by fostering trust-based relationships, clear communication, and continuously improving based on client feedback. Our goal is to empower clients with insights to navigate complex tax landscapes, establishing Trowbridge as a leading boutique firm in mid-market private, corporate, sports/entertainment, and global mobility tax services.

Outcomes

Accounting and Financial Reporting:

• Oversee global accounting operations for multiple entities, ensuring full compliance with international tax laws and regulations.
• Manage month-end close process, including journal entry review, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements for month end accuracy and reduced close timelines.
• Own and maintain the chart of accounts and reporting dimensions, ensuring improved data accuracy.
• Deliver regular internal management reporting to support informed decision-making.

Finance Operations:

• Supervise and support the accounts payable process, including weekly payment run preparation, cash disbursements and collections.
• Responsible for timely resolution of vendor queries, maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and escalate high-risk balances to collections agency and senior leadership. Minimizing bad debt exposure and improved cash flow.

Taxation:

• Preparation of tax related financial schedules for preparation of Canadian tax returns.
• Work with third party providers to coordinate and complete timely filing of tax returns across international entities.
• Ensure the timely preparation and filing of HST/VAT and all other multijurisdictional/global statutory obligations.
• Assist with year-end adjustments and ensure financial statements reflect tax-related impacts accurately.

Audit and Compliance:

• Support internal and external year-end audits by preparing reconciliations, supporting schedules, and review processes, ensuring timely and accurate data delivery.

Systems & Technology:

• Highlight your technical skills and ability to improve reporting efficiency and data accuracy by leading the implementation and optimization of cloud-based accounting systems of accounting systems (e.g. Xero and QuickBooks).
• Utilize Power BI to develop insightful financial dashboards, automate reporting, and support data-driven decision-making across the organization.
• Ensure data integrity and system compliance through routine audits and system checks.

Perform Other Duties as Assigned:

• Adapt to additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support the team.

Required Competencies

Organization Skills:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Capacity to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Keep files and records systematically organized and up to date.

Team Collaboration:

• Capacity to work well with colleagues, contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Share information and support team members to achieve common goals.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport internally and externally.
• Strong and clear communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Adapt communication style as needed to suit different situations.

Client Service:

• Ability to provide exceptional client service skills, with a client-focused attitude.
• Show genuine interest in helping clients resolve issues as necessary.

Adaptability & Problem Solving:

• Adaptable and proactive attitude, able to handle changing priorities and demands.
• Use analytical thinking to troubleshoot and resolve problems efficiently.

Professionalism:

• Consistently exhibit a professional demeanor in all interactions with clients and colleagues.
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity when handling information.

Attention to Detail:

• Carefully review documents and communications to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Team Building:

• Builds trust by creating safe supportive environment.
• Handles conflict resolution and stress management addressing as necessary and finding solutions.
• Displays strong ethics, integrity, diversity, and inclusion, promoting respect for different perspectives and backgrounds.

Coaching & Mentoring:

• Demonstrates active listening.
• Providing constructive feedback to direct reports acting as a resource as necessary.
• Manages personal and team goal setting, accountable for progress and results.
• Supervises finance staff and provides on the job training for staff. Responsible for the development and instruction of training aids/materials.

Leadership:

• Possesses strategic and visionary thinking aligning team efforts with organizational objectives.
• Responsible for team development, performance management, assists with recruiting and succession planning.
• Driving change through recognition and engagement.
• Ability to delegate, lead, motivate, guide teams and support change initiatives.
• Maintains familiarity with the qualifications of team members; reviews staff assignments for appropriateness.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• CPA or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 1-3 years in a supervisory or leadership role is considered an asset.
• Experience with multinational entities, multiple currencies, or consolidated reporting is beneficial.
• Must be able to communicate financial information in sound business language so people of all levels can understand.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook).
• Proficiency with Power BI is preferred.
• Willingness to learn new software packages and systems.

Working Conditions

• May be required to work outside regular hours to meet workload demands and/or deadlines.
• Hybrid work arrangement.

Growth Opportunities

Together with your manager, you will define your growth trajectory as Trowbridge expands. Some things that are considered an asset:

• Actively seeks feedback and takes initiative to improve processes and client interactions.
• Show initiative in identifying and implementing improvements to enhance service quality.
• Committed to continuous learning and self improvement.
• Contributes to client retention and business development efforts. Proactively seeking new client opportunities and maintaining positive client relationships.