Financial Reporting Manager

ADGA Group Consultants Inc; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Ottawa seeks a Financial Reporting Manager to oversee financial reporting compliance and development. The successful candidate will lead the preparation of financial statements and manage compliance with ASPE. Strong communication and leadership skills required. This role supports work-life balance with flexible policies, along with comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Maternity/Parental Top-Up

Reservist Leave Top-Up

Gym discounts

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or auditing.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE principles.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Provide technical accounting expertise for complex issues.

Skills

Financial reporting

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

The Financial Reporting Manager will oversee the preparation and review of internal and external financial reporting in compliance with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE). This role involves overseeing the monthly close process, providing technical accounting guidance, and liaising with external auditors. The successful candidate will uphold compliance and help shape financial reporting strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation of consolidated financial statements, ensuring compliance with ASPE.
• Review and analyze financial disclosures to ensure adherence to reporting regulations.
• Lead the company’s accounting policies, staying current with changes to ASPE and assessing their implications.
• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial information for presentations to senior leadership, the board of directors, and other stakeholders.
• Provide technical accounting expertise for complex issues, including revenue recognition, asset impairments, and business combinations.
• Collaborate with external auditors during interim reviews and year-end audits.
• Develop, manage, and improve processes and controls to maintain high standards of financial reporting quality.
• Work cross-functionally with teams (finance, operations, contracts, etc.) to ensure alignment and transparency in financial reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CA, or equivalent certification required.
• 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or auditing, preferably with IFRS exposure.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE principles; experience in technical accounting research is a plus.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce) and financial reporting tools; advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting topics clearly.
• Experience in a project environment is advantageous.
• Leadership experience managing teams, processes, or large projects.

Additional Information:

• Must obtain and maintain a Government secret level clearance.
• Must be able to go onsite (Nepean area) 2-3 times a week.

Work-Life Balance:

We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible policies, including a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA:

ADGA promotes Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) through initiatives and discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation:

Competitive base salary plus a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all employees.

Benefits and Total Rewards:

Comprehensive benefits including health & dental, Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, gym discounts, Perkoplis perks, Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and other employee services.