Job Description

The Accounting Manager will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and provide critical insights into cost efficiency and financial performance. The role requires a proactive individual with strong leadership capabilities and the technical knowledge to handle complex costing methodologies in a manufacturing environment.

Accounting Operations:

Oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management.

Perform accounting month-end and year-end closing process.

Prepares financial statements and ensures accurate and timely reporting of all related financial results to appropriate parties.

Produce timely and relevant reports and analysis to help management make well-informed decisions.

Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending.

Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.

Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to optimize efficiency and compliance.

Cost Accounting:

Analyze production costs, inventory valuations, and cost of goods sold (COGS). Collaborate with operations and procurement teams to identify cost-saving opportunities. Prepare cost reports, variance analyses, and margin analyses to inform decision-making. Maintain standard costing systems and update as necessary to reflect market or production changes. Prepares and reviews product standard cost and intercompany pricing as requested. Calculate margins by products and by customers. Analyze sales and inventory turnover. Assist with calculating operations efficiency, overtime control and raw material usage variance. Prepare inventory and production variance analysis. Prepare (monthly, quarterly, and annual) cost forecasts. Review and approve master data changes such as BOM and recipe changes; Roll up changes into SAGE as required.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

Assist in developing annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.

Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process.

Provide departmental operation and travel expense comparison for budget control. Recommend corrective actions as needed.

Leadership and Team Management:

Manage and mentor accounting team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and collaboration.

Provide input into department's goal setting process.

Coordinate cross-departmental efforts to streamline financial processes.

Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

Audit and Compliance:

Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory and company requirements. Maintain accurate records to support tax filings and other statutory obligations.

Perform other duties as assigned.



Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.

Relevant certification (i.e. CPA, CMA) preferred.


Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2 years in cost accounting or financial analysis.

Proven track record of managing accounting teams.

In-depth understanding of Canadian GAAP rules and regulations.


Awareness of business trends.

Hands-on experience with accounting software.

Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.

Proficiency in ERP systems (i.e. SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, SAGE) and advanced Excel skills.

Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, manufacturing processes, and inventory control.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Bilingual in French and English.

* High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.