Job Description

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Location: Toronto, ON - downtown, 4 days/onsite
Contract: 12 months with possibility of extension.
Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for Investment Accounting and a knack for leading high-impact initiatives? We are seeking a Senior Manager Investment Accounting to join a dynamic finance team on an 12-month contract with a possibility to get extended for another 6-12 mon. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role and help grow a world-class controllership function that prioritizes people, process excellence, and long-term growth.
Joining this company, you will play a key role in overseeing the financial reporting processes for a sophisticated investment platform. You will manage month-end and year-end close activities, legal entity reporting, and partner closely with teams across the organization to deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality financial results.
What You'll Do

• Lead Month-End & Year-End Close: Oversee ledger close processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with enterprise standards.
• Manage Financial Reporting Deliverables: Review accounting templates, journal entries, and reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain Strong Controls: Supervise daily trial balance attestations, investigate variances, and uphold a robust control environment.
• Legal Entity Reporting: Prepare and review statutory financial statements, audit support, and tax reporting packages.
• Business Partner Collaboration: Act as the main liaison with various internal teams to resolve complex accounting issues.
• Mentor and Lead: Provide coaching and guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Drive Process Improvements: Lead initiatives around automation, control enhancements, and close cycle efficiency.
• Support Strategic Initiatives: Participate in ad hoc projects, regulatory reporting, and strategic finance initiatives.

Requirements:

• Accounting designation (e.g., CPA, CA).

• 6-8 years of experience in financial reporting and investment accounting.

• In-depth knowledge of financial instruments, with strong technical accounting expertise under IFRS.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and operational excellence.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and effectively present complex information.

• Proficiency in enterprise financial systems.

• Experience in process improvement, automation, and enhancing financial controls.

Skills Required