Senior Finance Manager

Vaco; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance in the Greater Toronto Area to lead the accounting team, oversee international entities, and partner with FP&A on budgeting and reporting. The role focuses on IFRS consolidation, internal controls, and SOX governance, with responsibility for cash, treasury, and global tax activities.

You will drive process improvements, manage external audits, and coordinate with auditors on complex accounting matters while building high-performing teams in a

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge with expertise in IFRS reporting.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in financial reporting and accounting.
• Experience working in a high-growth organization with international operations.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial management practices, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the accounting team while fostering a culture of financial accountability and high performance.
• Oversee accounting operations for international entities through the management of third-party accounting partners.
• Partner with FP&A to support budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and business improvement initiatives.
• Lead the consolidation of global financial statements, including supporting schedules and note disclosures in accordance with IFRS.
• Assess financial reporting risks and implement effective internal controls to mitigate key risk areas.
• Drive the company's SOX compliance initiative by strengthening governance, processes, and controls.
• Prepare and review technical accounting position papers and collaborate with external auditors on key accounting matters.
• Continuously improve accounting processes and reduce close-cycle timelines through process optimization.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with IFRS, SOX, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities across the organization.
• Oversee global tax compliance and work closely with external advisors to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies.
• Lead financial systems enhancements and process improvements to improve reporting quality and efficiency.
• Manage annual audits and maintain strong relationships with external auditors

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Job description

About the Company:

Our client is a growing global technology company with international operations. They are looking for a Senior Manager, Finance to join their team!

Why Work Here

• High-growth organization with global operations and exposure to international markets
• Strategic leadership role with visibility across finance, tax, treasury, and operations
• Opportunity to lead SOX readiness and strengthen the internal control environment
• Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Strong potential for professional growth and leadership development

About the Opportunity

• Lead and mentor the accounting team while fostering a culture of financial accountability and high performance
• Oversee accounting operations for international entities through the management of third-party accounting partners
• Partner with FP&A to support budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and business improvement initiatives
• Lead the consolidation of global financial statements, including supporting schedules and note disclosures in accordance with IFRS
• Assess financial reporting risks and implement effective internal controls to mitigate key risk areas
• Drive the company's SOX compliance initiative by strengthening governance, processes, and controls
• Prepare and review technical accounting position papers and collaborate with external auditors on key accounting matters
• Continuously improve accounting processes and reduce close-cycle timelines through process optimization
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with IFRS, SOX, and regulatory requirements
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities across the organization
• Oversee global tax compliance and work closely with external advisors to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies
• Lead financial systems enhancements and process improvements to improve reporting quality and efficiency
• Manage annual audits and maintain strong relationships with external auditors

About You

• Strong technical accounting knowledge with expertise in IFRS reporting
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in financial reporting and accounting
• Experience working in a high-growth organization with international operations
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial management practices, and internal controls
• Experience with SOX compliance, governance frameworks, and control environments is highly preferred
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality work
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving business environment

Salary Range

$125,000 - $175,000 / year

This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring's client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.