Senior Manager, Accounting

Hays; Toronto; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting for a contract-to-permanent role. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience, including management, and will lead financial reporting and compliance efforts. This position offers the opportunity to drive process improvements and mentor a team in a dynamic financial services environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in management.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS; IFRS 9 experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial close process and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Prepare internal financial statements and ensure IFRS compliance.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Financial Systems

ERP Platforms

Excel

Job description

Job Opportunity: Senior Manager, Accounting

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PLEASE APPLY IF THE BELOW IS OK!

• This is a contract to permanent position.
• You must be available to start ASAP.
• You must have your CPA designation.
• 7+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in management.

About the Company

Hays Specialist Recruitment has partnered with a financial services company located in Toronto. They are looking to hire a Senior Manager, Accounting on a 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial close process and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Maintain the close calendar and meet deadlines.
• Prepare internal financial statements and ensure IFRS compliance.
• Monitor financial performance against KPIs and budgets.
• Develop and implement accounting policies.
• Oversee annual financial audits.
• Manage corporate banking and accounts payable.
• Serve on the vendor management committee.
• Maintain and improve internal controls.
• Own the accounting system and drive process improvements.
• Support or lead ad hoc financial projects.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in management.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS; IFRS 9 experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with financial systems and ERP platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
• Strategic thinking and a track record of process improvements.
• Experience in financial services or lending is a strong asset.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing

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Location and Salary Range: Toronto, Ontario, Canada, CA$135,000.00-CA$145,000.00