Manager of Accounting and Special Projects

Why This Role is Irresistible:

• Attractive salary range with additional vacation compensation.
• Option to enroll in a Defined Benefit pension plan with matched contributions.

• Access to a fullservice athletic facility and instructorled classes at a discounted rate.
• Engage in wellness events and activities to maintain a healthy worklife balance.

• Gain invaluable experience and build relationships at a toprated employer.
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.

• Enjoy flexible hybrid work arrangements that suit your lifestyle. (2 days in office only Mondays and amp; Wednesdays)
• Thrive in a supportive environment that values your wellbeing.

Your Role:

• Provide visionary leadership to the Accounting Services department.
• Ensure efficient operations and high performance within budget limitations.
• Oversee cash handling practices ensuring PCI compliance and internal controls.

• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Safeguard and report on the colleges fixed assets and revenue sources.
• Administer the Purchasing Card program with impeccable precision.

• Develop and implement accounting procedures and internal controls for new initiatives.
• Lead financial system changes and ensure seamless integration and compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive management reports and presentations to support decisionmaking.

• Coordinate monthend and yearend financial statement preparations.
• Maintain compliance with statutory legislation and accounting guidelines.
• Lead CRA commodity tax audits and ensure proper tax compliance.

• Recruit motivate and evaluate staff ensuring a collaborative and highperforming environment.
• Provide training and mentoring to ensure the continuous development of your team.

• Advise on financial policies and procedures providing training sessions and reference materials.
• Develop sound relationships with external service providers and ensure optimal service levels.

What You Bring:

• A minimum 4year undergraduate degree in Accounting Business or Commerce.
• CPA designation is required at the time of hire.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience including management and public accounting.
• Deep knowledge of fullcycle accounting and technical expertise.
• Experience with financial system upgrades implementations and external auditing.
• Strong project management and process improvement skills.
• Ability to handle high volumes of work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Proven leadership and coaching skills to mobilize action and engage others.