Manager, Accounting
Job Summary
Job Description
Our client a rapidly growing and entrepreneurial manufacturing company in Dartmouth is seeking a Manager Accounting to help shape their financial operations and support exciting growth across the business.
This role comes as a result of the companys rapid expansion and continued success and will lead core accounting functions ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and provide valuable insights to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities for the Job:
- Lead and oversee the full-cycle accounting function including general ledger accounts payable/receivable payroll and month- and year-end closing processes
- Prepare review and analyze financial statements budgets forecasts and variance reports
- Drive cost management and reporting by monitoring manufacturing costs and maintaining robust cost accounting systems
- Develop implement and maintain internal controls policies and procedures to improve accuracy efficiency and scalability of accounting operations
- Provide strategic financial insights risk assessments and recommendations to support executive decision-making and business growth initiatives
- Lead or support ERP system evaluations implementations process automation and other finance-related strategic projects
- Mentor coach and guide accounting team members to build capability and foster a high-performing finance team
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation strongly preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
- Experience in manufacturing or product-based industries is an asset
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting financial reporting and internal controls
- High proficiency with accounting software ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent analytical leadership and communication abilities with a proven track record of influencing business decisions
- Adaptable organized and detail-oriented able to thrive in a fast-growing environment and support evolving processes
This position offers an opportunity to be part of an innovative growth-oriented company where your contributions will make a tangible impact.
If interested in this opportunity please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.
To learn more about similar opportunities the local job market or to discuss your career interests please contact Rohan Gonsalves Recruitment Consultant at com.
Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canadas only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions please visit our website at .
Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals regardless of their race ethnicity gender sexual orientation age ability religion or any other personal characteristic.
We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians Indigenous/Aboriginal People Racially Visible Persons Women Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ Persons.
Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process such as an interview or testing please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.
Required Experience:
Manager
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About Company
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