Senior Accountant

At Excel Society
, we're not just crunching numbers - we're building a community grounded in care, precision, and purpose. We're looking for a
Accounting Manager
who's organized, detail-oriented, and motivated to support the Controller in overseeing the company's financial operations and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

If you enjoy bringing structure to complex processes, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want your work to contribute to something bigger-this is the role for you.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (75 hours biweekly)

What You'll Do:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of full-cycle accounting, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Support the development and coordination of annual budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, funding agreements, and organizational policies.
• Coordinate year-end audit activities and act as a key liaison with external auditors.
• Oversee accounting and reporting for grants, restricted funds, and funding agreements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, systems, and efficiencies.
• Provide financial analysis and guidance to operational leaders and support organizational decision-making.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop members of the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You Bring:

• CPA designation required.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including at least two to three years of formal supervisory or people-management responsibility. Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Working knowledge of Canadian accounting standards applicable to not-for-profit organizations is required; direct not-for-profit or government-funded accounting experience is strongly preferred. Advanced proficiency with financial management systems, and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and staff development experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.