Accounting Manager

Elby Professional Recruitment Inc

Cambridge, ON

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Growth, Cash Flow, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Transactions, General Ledger Accounting, Interpersonal Skills, Intuit Quickbooks, Journal Entries, Leadership, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Operations, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Cambridge, ON
POSTED
30+ days ago
My client, a well-established family-owned organization in the manufacturing and services sector, is actively seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead its accounting team. This hands-on role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys managing day-to-day financial operations, mentoring staff, and working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
With operations across Canada and the United States, this organization offers the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the financial health of a growing business. The successful candidate will oversee a team of four Accounting Clerks and be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of all core accounting functions.
What our client has to offer:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Great company culture that focuses on employee well being
  • Hands- on, visible role within a collaborative finance team
  • Benefits and vacation package
Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee daily accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and reconciliations.
  • Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Supervise, mentor, and support a team of four Accounting Clerks.
  • Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial transactions for accuracy.
  • Support inventory accounting and related reporting activities.
  • Monitor cash flow and assist with day-to-day financial management activities.
  • Utilize QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records and reporting.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.
  • CPA designation is considered an asset but is not required.
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
  • Inventory accounting experience is considered a strong asset.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
This posting represents an immediate opening within our client's organization. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
Please note that AI tools are utilized in our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and candidate experience.
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About the Company

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Elby Professional Recruitment Inc

Elby is a full service, contingency and retainer based recruiting firm specializing in the placement of professionals across a variety of disciplines including Accounting & Finance, Sales & Marketing, Administration, IT, Financial Services and Manufacturing & Production, Engineering & Skilled Trades. We are a tenured group of career minded recruiters with several years of experience working, managing and recruiting within the various verticals we service. Our team has the experience necessary to consistently deliver the highest level of results and customer service for our partner clients and candidates.

With offices in Burlington, Kitchener and Mississauga, our mission is to deliver a superior level of results and exceptional customer experience to all candidates and clients we have the privilege of working with. Each member of elby shares a passion for our business and believes that a positive work environment, mutual respect and an entrepreneurial setting allows them to achieve personal success. For all of us, the cornerstone of that success is consistently delivering a superior level of service to our clients and candidates.

COMPANY SIZE
10 to 19 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2009
WEBSITE
http://www.elby.ca