Job Description

At Pitblado Law, we believe our people, our culture, and the way we do business is important. That is why when we hire; we look for a combination of fit and skills.

We are currently seeking an

Accounting Manager - Financial Accounting

to join our team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Manager, Financial Accounting will act as a leader in our full cycle accounting team, overseeing the Firm's core financial operations and will help to drive our financial controls, processes and results. This role will be responsible to provide accurate, timely, and relevant financial reporting information to key stakeholders of the Firm, from which they are able to make informed decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee the following day-to-day accounting operations including preparation of financial statements, general ledger, accounts payable, and trust accounting, while supervising corresponding staff and ensuring operational accuracy and compliance with firm policies and procedures Manages the full-cycle accounting processes, with a focus on the period-end close, including reviewing and posting transactional batches, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, balancing inter-company transactions, coordinating government remittances, maintaining audit-ready working papers, and supporting external audit requirements In collaboration with the Director of Finance, prepares monthly and annual financial statement reporting and supports the Accounting Manager FP&A in the development, measurement, and reporting on key performance indicators, including revenue and expense analysis, variance explanations, business cases, special projects, treasury management, and the budgeting and forecasting process Assign tasks, set performance goals, and support the Accounting team by providing mentorship and initiating professional growth opportunities Oversee and improve internal controls, compliance processes, and accounting policies where applicable. Drives transformational change by identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Act as primary backup for the Accounting Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Provide employee training, ensuring that all applicable compliance requirements are met Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance

Qualifications and Skills Required:

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA, CA, CMA) designation is required Minimum four years of experience in an accounting position with full-cycle accounting experience and an attention to detail is required Advanced proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications is required Experienced leader with well-developed coaching and leadership skills, both on a formal and informal basis are required Experience in a professional services environment is an asset Experience with practice management and/or enterprise resource planning systems is preferred
Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including an RRSP/DPSP plan.

We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion. If you identify with any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume:

Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the LGBTQ2S Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.

We are committed to providing barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by applying online at:

http://www.pitblado.com/careers

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you a Chartered Professional Accountant of Canada?
Experience:

Accounting: 4 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person