Hands-On Accounting Manager – Manufacturing (Multi-Entity)

STRIVE Recruitment Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual incentive plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Job summary

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. is partnering with a leading Canadian manufacturing company to hire an Accounting Manager in Vancouver.

The role oversees day-to-day accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, and payroll, with cross-entity responsibilities and process improvements. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation with 5+ years in accounting, preferably in manufacturing, and strong ERP and Excel proficiency.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or equivalent is required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manufacturing experience is a strong asset.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability.
• Strong communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and month-end close.
• Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, and analyses.
• Oversee accounts payable and payroll accounting.
• Maintain fixed assets, sub-ledgers, depreciation, and inventory costing.
• Manage lease accounting and cost recovery.
• Liaise with external auditors and support audits.
• Improve accounting processes, controls, and procedures.
• Support multi-entity accounting including property holding companies.
• Collaborate with Controller and Analyst on budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare journal entries with proper documentation.
• Mentor junior staff and assist with tax filings and government surveys.
• Participate in projects to improve reporting accuracy.

Skills

CPA designation

Full-cycle accounting

ERP systems

Excel advanced

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Dynamics 365 BC

Job description

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. is partnering with a leading Canadian manufacturing company to hire an Accounting Manager in Vancouver.

The role oversees day-to-day accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, and payroll, with cross-entity responsibilities and process improvements. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation with 5+ years in accounting, preferably in manufacturing, and strong ERP and Excel proficiency.