Accounting Manager
About the role
The ideal candidate is a proactive finance professional who combines technical accounting expertise with a practical, solutions-oriented approach. You are comfortable rolling up your sleeves, taking ownership of financial processes, and collaborating across teams to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Reporting to senior leadership, the Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager will oversee full-cycle accounting activities and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
The position includes responsibility for month-end close, cash flow reporting, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, accounts payable and receivable oversight, payroll coordination, tax compliance, and support for external audits and financial due diligence activities
Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, and investigate discrepancies with department leaders Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and key business metrics Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial models Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies and procedures Support external accountants, auditors, lenders, and other stakeholders by providing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation Coordinate tax filings and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations Record and reconcile bank, credit card, and financing account transactions Perform detailed inventory reconciliations and support the inventory accounting process Assist with process improvements and financial system optimization initiatives
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field CPA designation required Minimum 4 years of progressive accounting experience with exposure to financial reporting, analysis, and operational accounting Experience with ERP systems Strong understanding of inventory accounting and financial processes within consumer products, retail, manufacturing, distribution, or e-commerce environments Experience with Inventory reconciliations, Cost accounting, Supplier deposit and Foreign exchange transactions Advanced Excel skills; experience with VBA, macros, or automation tools is an asset Knowledge of ASPE and/or IFRS. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of working independently Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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About Strategy Recruitment Group
Offering 20+ years of recruitment specialization, Strategy Recruitment Group is a trusted partner to national and global organizations.
We offer the highest level of professionalism and an unparalleled recruitment experience. Strategy Recruitment Group will provide a custom recruitment experience to ensure success!
We strive to make a difference in the lives of the clients and candidates who we’re partnered with. We wear many different hats; from guiding and coaching to making the match and cheering you on every step of the way; we believe in teamwork!
WHAT WE OFFER
- Executive Search
- Contingency Recruitment
- Contract Recruitment
- Temporary Staffing
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT:
Strategy Recruitment Group is an equal-opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are always working towards building & promoting diversity, inclusivity, equality and belonging.
We're committed to supporting our team, candidates and organizations in achieving their highest potential!
We pledge to represent, champion, build and do our part in promoting workplace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
We will always lead with a sense of inclusion & decency.
OUR CORE VALUES
Integrity
- In all that we do, we honour our word. Our reputation holds precedence over short term rewards.
Collaborative
- Coming together to encourage, innovate and achieve greatness!
Excellence
- Committed to the highest quality in all that we do.
Ownership
- Accountable for our actions, our process and results.
Proactive
- Identifying, preventing and preparing – a constant state of solution.
OUR SPECIALTY
- Accounting & Finance
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Hospitality
- Legal
- Healthcare & Wellness
- Technology
- Administration & Customer Care
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- Human Resources
- Engineering
- Sales & Marketing
- Real Estate
- Financial Services
- Property Management
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Accounting Manager
About the role
The ideal candidate is a proactive finance professional who combines technical accounting expertise with a practical, solutions-oriented approach. You are comfortable rolling up your sleeves, taking ownership of financial processes, and collaborating across teams to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Reporting to senior leadership, the Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager will oversee full-cycle accounting activities and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
The position includes responsibility for month-end close, cash flow reporting, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, accounts payable and receivable oversight, payroll coordination, tax compliance, and support for external audits and financial due diligence activities
Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, and investigate discrepancies with department leaders Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and key business metrics Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial models Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies and procedures Support external accountants, auditors, lenders, and other stakeholders by providing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation Coordinate tax filings and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations Record and reconcile bank, credit card, and financing account transactions Perform detailed inventory reconciliations and support the inventory accounting process Assist with process improvements and financial system optimization initiatives
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field CPA designation required Minimum 4 years of progressive accounting experience with exposure to financial reporting, analysis, and operational accounting Experience with ERP systems Strong understanding of inventory accounting and financial processes within consumer products, retail, manufacturing, distribution, or e-commerce environments Experience with Inventory reconciliations, Cost accounting, Supplier deposit and Foreign exchange transactions Advanced Excel skills; experience with VBA, macros, or automation tools is an asset Knowledge of ASPE and/or IFRS. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of working independently Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Not the right fit? Search for Accounting Manager jobs in North York, Ontario, Canada
About Strategy Recruitment Group
Offering 20+ years of recruitment specialization, Strategy Recruitment Group is a trusted partner to national and global organizations.
We offer the highest level of professionalism and an unparalleled recruitment experience. Strategy Recruitment Group will provide a custom recruitment experience to ensure success!
We strive to make a difference in the lives of the clients and candidates who we’re partnered with. We wear many different hats; from guiding and coaching to making the match and cheering you on every step of the way; we believe in teamwork!
WHAT WE OFFER
- Executive Search
- Contingency Recruitment
- Contract Recruitment
- Temporary Staffing
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT:
Strategy Recruitment Group is an equal-opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are always working towards building & promoting diversity, inclusivity, equality and belonging.
We're committed to supporting our team, candidates and organizations in achieving their highest potential!
We pledge to represent, champion, build and do our part in promoting workplace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
We will always lead with a sense of inclusion & decency.
OUR CORE VALUES
Integrity
- In all that we do, we honour our word. Our reputation holds precedence over short term rewards.
Collaborative
- Coming together to encourage, innovate and achieve greatness!
Excellence
- Committed to the highest quality in all that we do.
Ownership
- Accountable for our actions, our process and results.
Proactive
- Identifying, preventing and preparing – a constant state of solution.
OUR SPECIALTY
- Accounting & Finance
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Hospitality
- Legal
- Healthcare & Wellness
- Technology
- Administration & Customer Care
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- Human Resources
- Engineering
- Sales & Marketing
- Real Estate
- Financial Services
- Property Management