Manager, Accounting

ESC Corporate Services; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information services provider in Toronto is seeking a Manager, Accounting to oversee finance and accounting operations. This role requires 6-8 years of experience and a degree in Commerce or Business Administration. Key responsibilities include managing financial processes, budgeting, and team leadership. The position supports hybrid work arrangements and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Education support

Competitive salary and benefits

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in a related position.
• Advanced understanding of IFRS.
• Strong skills in budgeting and aligning financial strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of finance and accounting operations.
• Manage day-to-day finance operations.
• Lead month-end closing and preparation of financial statements.

Skills

Financial management principles

Budgeting and forecasting

Leadership and mentoring

Financial analysis

Education

University degree in Commerce or Business Administration

Job description

Overview

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ESC is an experienced provider delivering solutions in public records data, customer authentication, corporate services, collateral management, asset recovery, and accounts receivable management supporting registration, due diligence, and lending practices for clients across Canada. Our people are central to our innovation, growth, and well-being. This role supports the organization’s continued growth with strategic leadership of finance and accounting operations.

Reporting to the Director, Finance, the role entails ensuring effective management of financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and systems integration, while providing insightful financial planning and team leadership to align with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the organization’s finance and accounting operations.
• Prepare the business analysis approach, stakeholder engagement, governance, information management, and performance improvements.
• Manage day-to-day finance operations and ensure efficient, accurate financial processes and reporting.
• Lead month-end closing, journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning aligned with corporate strategy.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS).
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance management for the finance team.
• Drive system integration and process improvements across financial and administrative platforms.
• Provide financial insights and advice to senior management and project teams.
• Support organizational growth through policy recommendations and user training.

What you’ll need

• Minimum of 6-8 years’ experience in a related position.
• University degree in Commerce or Business Administration or equivalent.
• Advanced understanding of IFRS, financial management principles, costing models, budgeting and forecasting, accounts payable and receivable processes and procedures.
• Ability to innovate and think strategically and conceptually.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing finance teams while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and aligning financial strategies with organizational goals.
• Deep understanding of IFRS, financial reporting, internal controls, and complex accounting processes.
• Experience in integrating financial systems and streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Skilled in financial analysis, research, and developing data-driven solutions to support strategic decisions.
• Ability to clearly communicate financial information and collaborate with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.

Please note: This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement consisting of in-office and remote work.

What we offer

• Progress with purpose; growth through strategic partnerships; investment in new products.
• Support for your growth, including education support.
• Competitive salary and benefits package; recognition programs.
• We care about people.

About ESC

ESC is a wholly owned subsidiary of ISC (TSX: ISC). ISC is the leading provider of registry and information management services for public data and records, delivering value to government, industry, and community. We are the partner of choice for governments and private sector organizations seeking solutions across the information management spectrum.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Management
• Industries: Information Services

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for the recruitment process will be contacted. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ESC Corporate Services.