Accounting Manager POST NUMBER: 456717
About the Company
Our client is a lifestyle brand. They are looking for a Accounting Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end accounting cycle. This includes providing support to the broader finance team in areas such as inventory valuation, accounts receivable, accounts payable, month end close, and payroll. The Accounting Manager will be an expert in full cycle accounting, financial reporting (US/CA GAAP, IFRS, and ASPE), as well as external audit management. They will also contribute to critical projects that impact the company’s long-term success such as annual budgeting and project ROIs.
Why Work Here
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Work with a fantastic CPA, CA boss
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Opportunity to build processes, efficiencies and manage a team
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Work for a very recognizable brand
About the Opportunity
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Lead month-end close reconciliations and analysis, preparing audit-ready working papers with clear variance explanations
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Oversee inventory accounting, cost control, and reconciliation processes to ensure accurate reporting
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Prepare financial reports and dashboards to provide insights into store, department, and regional performance for senior management
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Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including preparation of financial statements and review of related tax filings
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Develop, document, and implement business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls and enable automation
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Support the external audit process by providing timely documentation and responses
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Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes to support strategic planning and decision-making
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Partner with cross-functional teams on process improvements and business-critical projects to drive profitability
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Mentor and coach members of the finance team
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Perform other related duties as assigned
About You
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Minimum of five years of progressive finance/accounting experience
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Canadian CPA designation required, with a strong understanding of ASPE and Canadian GAAP
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Experience in a public accounting firm and audit environment; retail industry experience is highly desirable
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Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel) and accounting software (NetSuite preferred)
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Proven leadership experience with strong team management skills
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Salary Range
$110,000 - $115,000/year
How to Apply
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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
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- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.