About MVT: MVT Canadian Bus, Inc. (MVT), subsidary of MV Transportation, proudly operates the Barrie Transit conventional, specialized and on-demand transit service for the City of Barrie from a $22M state of the art facility as part of a 20-year operating contract which commenced in 2015.

We are committed to being a company that makes a difference in people''s lives by inspring our employees, treating our customers s part of the famiy, and making our communities even better places to live.

Position Summary: The Accounting Manager manages the division's financial activities; prepares or directs the preparation of reports summarizing and forecasting company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings, based on past, present, and expected operations.

The Accounting Manager also oversees the AP/AR and payroll department to ensure accurate and timely completion.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities: The following is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the essential functions of the Accounting Manager position, but rather a general description of some of the requirements necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position.

The Accounting Manager must be able to perform the following tasks, among others: Prepares and ensures timely delivery of monthly billing to client

Analyzes and prepares annual budgets

Prepares budget amendments

Reviews division financials to ensure Corporate profitability expectations are met; seeks ways to reduce costs or increase revenue

Authorizes the disbursement of funds, recognizes, and resolves issues promptly

Conducts periodic studies to determine the effectiveness of current financial control methods

Supervises the maintenance of essential accounting records and files

Maintains a running analysis of accounts; recognizes and ensures entries in General Ledger entries are complete and accurate; advises of differences or discrepancies

Liaises with US Parent Company on a regular basis to provide financial updates and ensure matters are handled in accordance to Company policies and procedures

Addresses, reviews, compiles, and resolves matters regarding government remittances

Addresses, reviews, compiles, reconciles, and resolves issues regarding employee pension matters





Oversees and analyses bi-weekly payroll to determine reasonableness and accuracy

Provides direct daily supervision of Accounting & Payroll Supervisor

Identifies, selects, trains, coaches, and manages the performance of the accounting department

Clearly communicates each staff member's roles and responsibilities and provides support to help staff accomplish assigned objectives

Ensures compliance with Company policies, client contracts and all governmental agencies or otherwise

Implements changes resulting from audits, reviews, or other examines by government or agencies to ensure compliance

Streamlines accounting department and Company procedures to reduce costs, and ensure the smooth running of operations

Respects and maintains the confidentiality of all employee records, business records, client and customer information, data, and other information not otherwise available to the public

Ensures operations departments have complete and accurate reports to manage their respective departments

Addresses human resource issues promptly, accordingly and following the principles of progressive discipline where appropriate, emphasizing corrective actions to improve individual performance

Determine whether to discipline and apply discipline, including suspensions and terminations, according to company policy and, where applicable, in compliance with collective agreements

Represents Company in grievance procedure with accounting/payroll related issues

Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance a providing consistent example to staff

Maintains a safe work area and a focus on safety to reduce the opportunity for injury to self or other employees

Supports departments with special projects and providing back-up when required

All other duties assigned.

Working Conditions: The Accounting Manager works primarily in an office environment.

The Accounting Manager may be called upon after hours from time-to-time by managers, in an emergency, or other reasons as required.





The job requires the following physical activities: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, loading, and unloading, typing, filing, answering phones.

Qualifications: Five (5) Years management/supervisory experience in an accounting role

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent knowledge in accounting and financeCPA (or legacy CMA/CGA) designation

Payroll experience (ADP Pay@Work preferred)Highly proficient in Microsoft Office software applications with expertise in Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

Be able to pass and maintain a clear Criminal Background Check

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Experience developing financial plans, managing resources, analyzing and interpreting financial data

Extensive understanding of procurement functions and accounting guidelines

Cost control or financial/budget experience

Excellent communication and presentation skills with an ability to influence people at all levels of the

Analytical with a strong attention to detail

Strong working knowledge of payroll processing and practices

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while exceeding established goals and objectives

Strong leadership skills with the ability to set clear expectations, coach, develop and motivate staff

Ability to hold the respect and confidence of all employees

Ability to work independently and objectively

Ability to effectively delegate tasks and provide appropriate supervision and follow up to department staff

Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic recording and information systems used by the company

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Ability to remain polite, professional and courteous while communicating with customers and other staff

Flexible and able to adapt to a fast paced, changing setting

Strong problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Demonstrated ability to manage with a “Safety First” attitude

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job.

📌 CAN: Accounting Manager - Barrie
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📍 Barrie