Finance & Accounting Manager

ZSA Legal Recruitment; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Toronto seeks a proactive Finance & Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and contribute to financial health. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a degree in accounting, CPA, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills, thriving in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an accounting management role within a Canadian organization.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French is an asset.
• Experience in M&A is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounting team to ensure accurate bookkeeping and compliance.
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements and forecasts.
• Manage payroll processes and compliance with tax filings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Financial presentation skills

Education

University degree in accounting

CPA designation

Tools

QuickBooks Pro Desktop

Job description

Finance & Accounting Manager

Toronto/Hybrid
5+ years of experience

Start Date: Immediate

We are working with a nationally recognized company, headquartered in downtown Toronto, with subsidiaries in Vancouver and Montreal. Our client is seeking a proactive Finance & Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and contribute to the financial health of their growing business.

Key Responsibilities

As the Finance & Accounting Manager, you will:

• Oversee the accounting team to ensure accurate bookkeeping, banking, and compliance across all entities
• Manage daily cash flow, line of credit usage, and short-term investments; liaise with bank representatives for annual reviews
• Process semi-monthly and monthly payroll, including vacation and statutory holiday pay
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements and forecasts, including insightful analysis for management
• Monitor headcount changes and adjust cost allocation ratios accordingly
• Handle intra-company and inter-company transactions
• Review and approve commission payments, ensuring accurate tracking of structural changes
• Engage with clients for past due invoice collection
• Coordinate year-end closings with external accountants; manage CIT installment payments, dividends, and bonuses as per board directives
• Ensure compliance with provincial health and safety obligations (EHT, WSIB, CNESST, WCB, etc.)
• Supervise and process GST/HST/QST filings and remittances
• Complete government reporting requirements (e.g., Revenu Québec submissions)
• Support, mentor, and develop accounting team members, fostering a positive and productive environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting-related matters efficiently
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and perform analyses to support business decisions

Ideal Candidate Profile

You will bring:

• A university degree in accounting and a CPA designation
• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting management role within a Canadian organization
• A positive, solutions-driven mindset with adaptability to learn new systems and processes
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage priorities under pressure
• Excellent multitasking skills with a focus on maintaining accuracy
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Advanced Excel proficiency and strong financial presentation skills
• Experience in M&A (preferred)
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Pro Desktop (an asset)
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French (an asset)

Our client offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where initiative is rewarded, and learning is part of the culture. If you thrive in a dynamic atmosphere and are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping our financial future, we’d love to hear from you.

To Apply: Email your resume to Tanya Howes at [e-mail] with “Finance & Accounting Manager” in the subject line.

We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tagged as: Financial Services, Intermediate