Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Our client in the construction space is looking to bring on an Accounting Manager on a full time basis. The Accounting Manager position requires GAAP knowledge, strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent attention to detail in a deadline driven environment.

Responsibilities and skills:

Responsible for managing the accounting functions associated with general ledger and sub-ledger maintenance, including account reconciliations, journal entries and transactional analysis

Have ownership over the monthly financial reporting package

Provide explanations to management regarding results, including revenue actuals and projections, margins on installation and service jobs, and operating costs.

Oversee the preparation of the bank reconciliations and records cash transactions in the database.

Partners with operations to review active construction jobs and service contracts to ensure proper revenue recognition based on the percentage of completion method. Update forecasts and estimates monthly.

Oversee collection process and work with operations to ensure company remains in a cash positive position. Manage timing of payable accordingly.

Ensures sales tax returns are prepared and filed in the proper jurisdictions. Ensures tax rates and tax schedules in the system are accurate and are reflective of current state laws and customer requirements.

Review & approve weekly payroll and monthly union reporting.

Oversee accounting team (A/R, A/P)

Work on special accounting projects as assigned.

Provide functional backup for other finance functions as needed.

Possess strong leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills.

Capable of working both independently and in teams, as needed.

Minimum of 5-7 years of related work experience.

Recent experience with Great Plains required.

Intercompany experience.

Strong Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Bachelors degree in accounting

This is a fast growing company who is looking to expand their team.

• Excellent Benefits, Very visible role within a larger corporate environment.
• Exciting growth industry with highly beneficial, earth-friendly products.
• This is a hybrid position that would sit in their office in Ontario.