For over 60 years, our client has dedicated itself to creating vibrant green spaces that support beautiful, healthy communities by offering high-quality, innovative lawn and garden products! They are seeking an experienced accounting manager to join their team. In this role, you will oversee the organization’s financial operations and direct all accounting functions, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures, as well as preparing financial statements and reporting to senior leadership.

You are a critical thinker and persuasive communicator, energetic and deadline-driven. You lead with a positive, hands-on approach, inspiring your team by example. The main responsibilities include:

Lead, mentor, develop, and support the finance team

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, payroll, AP/AR, and statutory reporting

Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Lead the year-end audit and ensure accurate preparation of audited financial statements

Manage capital assets, tracking, reconciliation and other financial controls

Collaborate with operations and sales to improve processes, support system implementation, and optimize pricing, costing and margins

Guide financial systems,



reporting and data analysis to support informed decision-making

Monitor performance against budgets and deliver timely ad hoc reporting to support evolving business priorities

Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures and internal controls

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, contribute to a team-oriented team, and grow your career in a supportive, dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

The main qualifications for this role include:

University degree in business/accounting

4+ years of progressive experience, with management experience

Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Strong leadership with the ability to motivate teams and manage projects under tight deadlines

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills

Effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills

Previous experience with Business Central (Dynamics) is considered an asset

What’s the Bottom Line

$95,000 - $120,000 salary range

4 weeks’ vacation (closed at Christmas, 1 week, paid)

Hybrid work environment

Group insurance benefits and RRSP matching

📌 Accounting Manager (Montreal)
🏢 Stevenson u0026 White
📍 Montreal