Our client is looking for a Finance Manager for a 5 months contract, designated or in the program, this role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, ensuring the timely completion of month-end activities, payroll processing, cash management, and regulatory compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable taking ownership of the full finance function with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
Accounting & Finance Operations
- Oversee daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
- Review and approve invoices, vendor payments, and employee expense reimbursements.
- Manage bank transactions, cash flow, and cash management activities.
- Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding receivables.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Payroll Administration
- Process Canadian and U.S. payroll on a semi-monthly basis.
- Administer commission payments, payroll adjustments, and expense reimbursements.
- Ensure payroll compliance and timely remittances.
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Lead the month-end close process.
- Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
- Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage fixed assets and prepaids schedules.
- Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis as required.
Qualifications
- CPA designation preferred.
- Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
- Prior experience as a Finance Manager, Accounting Manager, or Senior Accountant.
- Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and month-end close.
- Experience processing both Canadian and U.S. payroll.
- Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems.
- Strong Excel and analytical skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Additional Information:
The Mason Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
This role is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring.
Technology-assisted screening tools including AI may be used during the recruitment process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Consultants.
If you are already registered with The Mason Group, please contact your Recruiting Consultant directly with reference to job #21480.
