Accounting Manager Full-time Permanent Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in. Michels Canada empowers your personal and qualified growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others. Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor specializing in energy, infrastructure, and construction. Headquartered in Nisku, Alberta, we also operate offices in British Columbia and Ontario. The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned, global construction organization with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany, headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA. The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department and ensuring the accurate preparation, analysis, and reporting of financial information across multiple entities. This role provides leadership to the accounting team while driving continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, systems, and reporting. The successful candidate will possess strong technical accounting knowledge, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments to support organizational objectives Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers. Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Lead, mentor,



and develop the accounting team by providing guidance, performance feedback, training, and support. Collaborate with Finance leadership and business partners to support departmental and organizational objectives. Oversee the general ledger, account reconciliations, and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance. Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including financial reporting, analysis, and reconciliations. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting reports. Research, analyze, and resolve complex accounting matters while providing recommendations to leadership. Develop, maintain, and enhance internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial processes. Identify opportunities for process improvements, system enhancements, and operational efficiencies. Partner with Information Technology and business stakeholders to support financial systems, reporting tools, and technology initiatives. Support annual external audits by coordinating schedules, deliverables, and audit requirements. Provide financial information and support to operational and departmental leaders to assist with business decision-making. Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.



Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. ~Previous leadership or management experience. Experience in the construction industry is preferred. ~ Experience leading financial systems implementations or process improvement initiatives. ~ Strong knowledge of accounting principles, Canadian accounting standards, financial reporting requirements, and internal controls. ~ Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. ~ Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. For more information on our company, please visit our website at . All applicants will be considered for employment regardless their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to: careers@michelscanada.
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📌 Accounting Manager (Canada)
🏢 Michels
📍 Canada