Finance Manager

Job summary

Oversee accounting operations and financial close processes, prepare financial statements and management reports, and support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and working capital analysis. Analyze results and advise the CFO and operational leaders, while coordinating audits and tax filings and contributing to controls, process improvements, system implementations, and special projects.

Job details

Our client, a well-established manufacturing and distribution organization located in Mississauga, is seeking a Finance Manager to work directly with the CFO and oversee a broad range of accounting and finance activities. This is a hands-on, standalone individual contributor role for a finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, working independently, and contributing to business decisions beyond traditional accounting. With no direct reports, this position offers the opportunity to serve as a key business partner to the CFO while supporting financial operations, business performance, and ongoing organizational initiatives. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial information. Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes. Prepare financial statements, management reports, and account reconciliations. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to the CFO. Support cash flow management, working capital analysis, and financial decision-making. Maintain effective internal controls and ensure accurate and reliable financial reporting. Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory requirements with external advisors. Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and support business performance. Participate in process improvements, system implementations, and special projects. Take on evolving responsibilities and support the CFO across a variety of financial and business initiatives. Qualifications CPA designation is required. Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience. Experience in a similar industry, preferably manufacturing and distribution, is strongly preferred. Strong background in financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Broad accounting and finance knowledge, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Comfortable working independently in a hands-on, standalone role. Experience with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience working within a large or complex organization. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Collaborative, adaptable, and confident working directly with senior leadership. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA who enjoys having ownership, working closely with executive leadership, and contributing to both financial operations and broader business priorities. If you are a hands-on finance professional looking for a diverse role with direct exposure to the CFO and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, I would love to hear from you, Lnalli@recruitinginmotion.com

What you’ll do

Oversee accounting operations and financial close processes, prepare financial statements and management reports, and support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and working capital analysis. Analyze results and advise the CFO and operational leaders, while coordinating audits and tax filings and contributing to controls, process improvements, system implementations, and special projects.

Requirements

A CPA designation and at least five years of progressive accounting and finance experience are required, with manufacturing or distribution experience strongly preferred. Candidates should bring strong financial reporting, close, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis capabilities, ERP and advanced Excel experience, and the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with senior leaders.

Listed skills

• ERP systems · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Month-End Close · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Reporting
• Month-End Close
• Year-End Close
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Financial Analysis
• Account Reconciliation
• Cash Flow Management
• Working Capital Analysis
• Internal Controls
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Excel
• External Audit Coordination
• Tax Filings
• Process Improvement
• Business Partnering

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing