Manager - Accounting Advisory (Toronto, Canada)

CrossCountry; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm is seeking an experienced professional for its Accounting Advisory practice in Toronto. The role focuses on financial reporting, operational accounting, and mentoring team members, delivering tailored solutions to clients. The ideal candidate will have a solid accounting background and a commitment to client success, ensuring continuous improvement within organizations.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) with company matching

Generous parental and maternity leave policies

Technology stipends

Wellness reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS).
• Experience mentoring and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting including design processes and traditional filings.
• Implementation of new accounting standards and communicating findings with clients.
• Oversee project administration and budgeting.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Operational Accounting

Fund Accounting

Technical Accounting

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

CPA or CA Certification

Job description

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

By joining our rapidly growing Accounting Advisory practice you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored integrated solutions that solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success. With support from experienced leaders and a dedicated coach, you will join a collaborative community that invites you to contribute beyond the scope of client delivery.

What You'll Do:

• Financial Reporting (including the design of reporting processes, restatement assistance, and traditional 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings)
• Operational Accounting (addressing the need for continuous improvement and optimization of the finance and accounting functions)
• Experience in fund accounting within the financial services industry, with a solid understanding of NAV calculations, investor allocations, and financial statement preparation.
• Implementation of new and existing accounting standard
• Communicate effectively with clients to convey project findings, updates and recommendations
• Collaborate with CrossCountry and client team members regarding business issues and potential solutions
• Oversee project administration (e.g., project setup and planning, budgeting, account management, billing)
• Mentor team members by coaching colleagues, providing regular ongoing feedback and annual performance reviews, and helping project teams resolve multi-faceted issues

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience working with companies in one or more of the following areas: fund accounting, financial reporting, operational accounting, implementing new accounting policy, complex transactions
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS)
• Transaction based accounting and reporting requirements, including fund accounting, IPOs (S-1), mergers & acquisitions, carve-outs, etc.
• Prior experience in professional services (public accounting, advisory firm or management consulting firm)
• Strong operational and technical accounting background, including experience researching complex technical accounting issues
• Professionalism and discretion when interacting with executives and clients
• Experience mentoring and developing team members

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance or related field
• CPA or CA certification preferred
• Experience supporting transactions as a result of (or in preparation for) one or more of the following areas: fund accounting, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, spin-offs, carve-outs, and IPO is preferred but not required
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 30%. Travel varies based on client preferences

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Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employeesand applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.