Accounting Manager, Corporate North America

Vaco Recruiter Services; Aurora; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco/Highspring is assisting a client in Aurora, Canada, to hire an Accounting Manager for a 12-month contract. Reporting to the Controller, you will oversee full-cycle accounting, month-end close, and reconciliation processes for a complex division, with 2-3 senior accountants as direct reports.

The role requires a CPA designation, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience (2+ in supervision), and strong US GAAP/IFRS knowledge.

Qualifications

• CPA designation in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience with US GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounting and month-end close processes.
• Review journal entries and ensure GL accuracy.
• Prepare financial reporting, reconciliations, and ad hoc analyses.
• Act as liaison between divisional accountants and corporate controllers.
• Supervise 2-3 divisional accountants and mentor staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Full cycle accounting

US GAAP IFRS knowledge

Education

CPA designation

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Job description

Our client is looking for an Accounting Manager for a 12-month contract opportunity.

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager will be responsible for full cycle accounting oversight and transaction level support, ownership of GL coding, operational ownership of the month end calendar and close process; and, support on monthly reports, accounts reconciliations, and year-end audit. This is a hands‑on role, responsible for the accounting of one of a complex division, and working with other accounting professionals within the Corporate Accounting Team. The Manager will act as a financial liaison between divisional accountants, Controller Corporate North America and other Corporate Departments. This role supervises 2-3 divisional accountants.

About the Opportunity

• Execute consistent accounting policies, controls, and procedures, adhering to Company‑wide policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the Month/Quarterly/Yearly End Close process, reporting, and accounts reconciliations in a timely manner with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Review journal entries, monitor and control GL coding accuracy.
• Analyze and reconcile all balance sheet and key income statement accounts.
• Trial balance review of the assigned portfolio.
• Ensure integrity of financial system, general ledger, and sub ledgers
• Review, document and identify areas of improvement for transaction level processes within the department.
• Perform and oversee the monthly complex GL postings and reconciliations to ensure accuracy on financial reporting and to identify and correct any unusual items.
• Prepare and maintain OS template files/models to facilitate reporting
• Prepare entries and maintain the schedules for the group’s investments and financing operations such as external investments, bonds, senior notes and related revaluations/adjustments
• Prepare month end binder for reporting entities assigned
• Prepare and coordinate month end and/or memo related Journal Entries for the Group NA Assist in the data loads to OS for actual or forecast/budgets-when needed
• Prepare Monthly/Quarterly/Yearly variance analysis on multiple divisions with multiple currencies.
• Prepare and maintain OneStream template files/models to facilitate reporting
• Assist in all tasks and ad hoc projects when needed

About You

• CPA designation Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• US GAAP and IFRS Accounting Standards
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret financial data
• Attention to detail
• Experience with full cycle accounting/reporting
• Strong Microsoft Excel Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with SAP, OneStream would be highly preferred.

Pay Rate

$50.00 / Hour

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

Compensation and Benefits

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

• The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Eligibility and Other Details

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.