The Accounting Manager is responsible for the full accounting cycle for two separately incorporated manufacturing companies. The role oversees financial reporting, tax compliance and day to day accounting operations for both entities, supervises accounting and administrative staff across both businesses, and reports directly to a Principal at the parent company. One entity’s accounting is currently performed by an external accounting firm. Transitioning this work in house is a defined objective of the role within the first year. Job-level costing and margin analysis form part of the role’s scope, and are expected to develop over time rather than immediately.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Close

Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes for each entity, including reconciliations, accruals and journal entries

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for each entity

Prepare financial reporting and analysis for the parent company covering both entities

Maintain supporting documentation and working papers for year-end

Accounting Operations

Maintain separate general ledgers for each entity

Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable for both businesses

Provide payroll support and oversight for both entities

Review and approve journal entries, bank reconciliations and account reconciliations

Tax and Regulatory Compliance

Prepare and file HST returns independently for each entity

Manage payroll remittances and source deductions

Prepare and file T4 and T4A returns

Act as the primary point of contact for CRA correspondence and reviews

Cash Flow and Budgeting

Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts separately for each entity

Support the annual budget process for each business





Provide variance analysis against budget and forecast

Cost Accounting and Inventory

Track inventory and cost of goods sold separately for each entity’s manufacturing operation

Develop job-level costing and margin reporting to support pricing and operational decisions

Systems and Process Transition

Transition one entity’s accounting from an external accounting firm to in-house operation

Maintain and improve accounting systems, policies and internal controls appropriate to each entity

Document accounting procedures and close processes for both businesses

Supervise, mentor and develop accounting and administrative staff across both entities

Coordinate with department managers where accounting staff are shared across functions

Qualifications

Required

Minimum five years of progressive accounting experience

Demonstrated ownership of a full accounting cycle, including independent responsibility for close

Experience transitioning or implementing accounting systems and processes

Working knowledge of Canadian tax compliance, including HST, payroll remittances, T4 and T4A filings and CRA requirements

Experience with Sage Intacct

Advanced Excel

Supervisory experience, including working with staff shared across departments

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize across two businesses

Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

Preferred

CPA designation, or actively pursuing

Experience managing accounting for multiple separately incorporated entities

Manufacturing, millwork or construction industry experience

Job costing and percentage of completion revenue recognition

Experience with Payworks and ADP

Equal Chance Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

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📌 Accounting Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 Confidential Jobs
📍 Winnipeg