Our client is an established, growing manufacturing and project-based business in the Fraser Valley. They're a close-knit team that values a positive attitude, collaboration and continuous improvement. They're adding a Senior Accountant to their leadership team, someone who wants to have a real impact on how the business runs and grows.
The role
This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll lead a small accounting team while staying close to the day-to-day work. You'll partner with senior leadership on business decisions and work closely with operations to keep billing accurate, costs tracked and cash flowing.
What you'll do
- Oversee full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, payroll and month-end close.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Manage project billing, including deposits, progress billing, holdbacks and change orders.
- Monitor and forecast cash flow, and manage banking and supplier credit relationships.
- Handle GST/PST, payroll remittances and other filings.
- Build and maintain strong internal controls and processes.
- Lead, coach and develop the accounting team.
- Work with operations and sales to improve workflows and make sure all project costs are captured.
- Take part in leadership meetings and planning sessions.
What you bring
- An accounting diploma or degree. A CPA designation or progress toward one is an asset, not a requirement.
- 10+ years of accounting experience in an operating company (industry, not public practice).
- Experience leading or mentoring a small team. Senior accountants ready to step up are welcome.
- Experience with project, job-cost or progress billing in manufacturing, construction or a similar environment.
- A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach, with the confidence to own the finance function.
- Strong communication skills and a team-first, solutions-focused attitude.
- An interest in supporting a sales-driven business.
- A seat on the leadership team, with real influence on business decisions.
- A collaborative, family-style culture that values its people.
- A stable, long-term career opportunity in the Fraser Valley.
- Competitive salary, extended health and dental, and paid vacation.
Accounting Manager in Ottawa employer: Goldbeck Recruiting Inc
Join a dynamic and growing organization in Abbotsford as a Senior Manager, Finance Operations, where you will have the unique opportunity to lead transformative finance initiatives and work closely with executive leadership. The company fosters a collaborative work culture that values innovation and employee development, offering significant visibility and growth opportunities within the finance function. With a focus on modernizing processes and implementing cutting-edge technology, this role promises a rewarding career path in a supportive environment.
