Accounting Manager in Cambridge

Accounting Manager in Cambridge

Cambridge Full-Time 99000 - 121000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the finance team, improve processes, and enhance financial systems.
  • Company: Join a growing manufacturing company with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on role, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for mentorship and leadership.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping the future of the accounting function.
  • Qualifications: CPA designation required; manufacturing experience preferred.

The predicted salary is between 99000 - 121000 $ per year.

Are you a

CPA with manufacturing experience who enjoys being hands-on, improving processes, and taking ownership?

Our client is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their growing team in a newly created role where you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

In this role, you’ll provide technical oversight across the accounting function while playing a key part in strengthening processes, reporting, internal controls, and systems.

You’ll have the opportunity to identify opportunities for improvement, implement solutions, and help build a more efficient and effective finance function.

Why This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity for a technically strong CPA who wants to make an impact beyond the day-to-day accounting function .

As a newly created position, you’ll have the opportunity to assess existing processes, identify gaps, and implement improvements that support the organization’s continued growth.

If you bring manufacturing experience, a continuous improvement mindset, and a hands-on, "go-getter" approach , this could be an excellent opportunity to take ownership and help shape the future of the accounting function.

  • What You’ll Be Doing
  • Provide leadership and technical oversight to the finance team, ensuring accuracy and strong internal controls.
  • Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, inventory, and job costing.
  • Review existing processes with a critical eye, identifying gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Improve and develop processes to increase accuracy and efficiency across the finance function.
  • Support the enhancement of financial systems, reporting, and internal controls as the organization continues to grow.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement new processes and requirements.
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical support to the accounting team.
  • Support budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and other financial analysis as required.
  • Act as a technical resource to the Finance team and provide insight to support business decisions.

What You Bring

  • CPA designation required; will consider those in final steps
  • Manufacturing experience strongly preferred; public accounting experience with manufacturing clients will also be considered.
  • Previous team leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability and willingness to improve processes.

This posting is for an open vacancy currently available within our client's organization.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply today.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

To be eligible for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please note that AI-assisted tools may be used as part of our recruitment process to support resume review and candidate shortlisting.

All interview and hiring decisions remain fully human-led.

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Accounting Manager in Cambridge employer: Elby Professional Recruitment

Join a highly respected Public Accounting firm in the Kitchener-Waterloo region that prioritizes your career growth with a clear pathway to Partnership within 1 to 2 years. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, exceptional work-life integration, and a collaborative culture that values mentorship and community engagement, making it an ideal environment for seasoned CPA leaders ready to make a meaningful impact.

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Contact Details:

Elby Professional Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounting Manager in Cambridge

CPA designation
Manufacturing experience
Team leadership
Technical accounting knowledge
Attention to Detail
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving Skills