On-Site Accounting Manager: Lead Close & Team

CAA Niagara; Thorold; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Travel insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

CAA Niagara in Thorold, ON is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, manage a team of professionals, and ensure accurate financial reporting for CAA Niagara and subsidiaries. The role focuses on process improvements, internal controls, and timely close cycles.

The ideal candidate will have a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA progress, and 3+ years of financial reporting experience with proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA designation or in progress is preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial reporting
• Experience managing a finance team preferred
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles required
• Experience with financial systems and transaction processing technologies (AXIS preferred)

Responsibilities

• Own the financial reporting and general ledger structure and improve transaction processing
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities in partnership with the Director, Accounting
• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages
• Review journal entries, reconciliations and supporting analyses for accuracy
• Monitor close performance metrics and drive process improvements
• Support audits and regulatory filings as required
• Ensure daily banking and invoicing activities are accurate and timely
• Develop and implement new procedures and tools to enhance workflow

Skills

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Technology enabled processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation or in progress

Minimum 3 years of experience in financial reporting

Experience managing a finance team

Advanced knowledge of accounting principles

Experience with financial systems and transaction processing technologies

Tools

AXIS

Job description

CAA Niagara in Thorold, ON is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, manage a team of professionals, and ensure accurate financial reporting for CAA Niagara and subsidiaries. The role focuses on process improvements, internal controls, and timely close cycles.

The ideal candidate will have a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA progress, and 3+ years of financial reporting experience with proven leadership.