Accounting Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis

Pitblado Law; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Winnipeg is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead their full-cycle accounting team. The role involves overseeing daily accounting operations, driving financial strategy, and providing data-driven insights. Ideal candidates should have a CPA designation and at least four years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including an RRSP/DPSP plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

RRSP/DPSP plan

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in an accounting position.
• Experience in professional services is an asset.
• Demonstrated leadership with coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including accounts receivable and payroll.
• Assist in full-cycle accounting processes and period-end close.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency and drive transformational change.

Skills

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA, CA, CMA)

Leadership and strategic thinking

Advanced proficiency with accounting software

Full-cycle accounting experience

Job description

Overview

Director of People & Culture at Pitblado Law. We are currently seeking an Accounting Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis to join our team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will act as a leader in our full-cycle accounting team, overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations and driving financial processes and results. The Accounting Manager, FP&A will shape the Firm’s financial strategy and partner with practice group leaders and operational departments to deliver data-driven insights for decision-making and performance improvement.

Base pay range CA$80,000.00 / yr - CA$85,000.00 / yr

Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Director of Finance and Accounting Manager, Financial Accounting, participate in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, KPI tracking, profitability analysis, and support for strategic decision-making.
• Partner with practice group leaders and operational departments to deliver data-driven insights and support business performance.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including accounts receivable, work in progress (WIP), and payroll; supervise staff and ensure compliance with firm policies.
• Assist in the management of full-cycle accounting processes, with focus on period-end close, posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, coordinating government remittances, maintaining audit-ready working papers, and supporting external audits.
• Assign tasks, set performance goals, provide mentorship, and support professional growth within the accounting team.
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness and drive transformational change.
• Provide training to ensure applicable compliance requirements are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA, CA, CMA) designation is required.
• Minimum four years of experience in an accounting position with full-cycle accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet programs.
• Demonstrated leadership with strategic thinking, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Experience in a professional services environment is an asset.
• Experience with practice management and / or enterprise resource planning systems is preferred.

Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including an RRSP / DPSP plan.

We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion. If you identify with any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the LGBTQ2S Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.

We are committed to providing barrier-free access and accessible employment practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any materials or activities used throughout our selection process.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by applying online at: http://www.pitblado.com/careers

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Law Practice
• Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada