Finance Manager

Location: Niagara Falls

General Information
Name:
Finance Manager

Employment Type:

Direct Hire

Position level:
Full-time

Virtual/Remote?:
No

Labor Category:
Accounting / Finance

Date: 11-Jun-2026

City:
Niagara Falls

State:
Ontario

Country:
Canada

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Description
Our customer, located in Niagara Falls, ON, is looking for a  Manager of Finance  to be responsible for leading the financial operations of the company and ensuring accurate financial reporting, sound internal controls, effective budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. This role partners closely with operational leaders to support business decisions, improve profitability, safeguard assets, and maintain the financial health of the property.

The Manager of Finance oversees accounting processes, cash management, payroll coordination, audit readiness, and financial analysis to support both guest service excellence and operational performance.

Responsibilities

Lead the day‑to‑day financial and accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and cash controls.

Prepare accurate and timely daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the company leadership and ownership as required.

Develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating budget and periodic forecasts, identifying risks, variances, and opportunities.

Analyze financial results, business trends, labour costs, and departmental expenses to support informed operational decision‑making.

Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, tax requirements, and audit expectations.

Oversee revenue reconciliation processes, including coordination with front office, food and beverage, and other operational departments to ensure complete and accurate reporting.

Support payroll review and oversee gratuity calculations to ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable legislation and internal controls.

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and balance sheet accounts to protect the financial position of the property.

Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings or control gaps.

Review contracts, purchasing activity, and expense trends to identify cost‑saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.

Partner with department leaders to improve budget ownership, financial literacy, and accountability across the property.

Supervise, coach, and develop finance team members while promoting accuracy, timeliness, collaboration, and service excellence.

Participate in leadership meetings and contribute financial insight to business planning, capital requests, and strategic initiatives.

Lead month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring completion of all required reconciliations, accruals, journal entries and reporting schedules.

Assist with insurance documentation, regulatory filings, and other property‑level financial compliance requirements as needed.

Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and deep‑dive investigations into variances, trends, operational issues, and performance drivers, identifying root causes and providing clear, actionable insights to support timely business decisions and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Post‑secondary education in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Professional accounting designation or progress toward designation is considered an asset.

Minimum 3–5 years of progressive finance or accounting experience, preferably within hotel, resort, or hospitality operations.

Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes.

Experience with hospitality systems and financial software, including property management and point‑of‑sale reporting, is an asset.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications.

Knowledge of applicable employment standards, payroll practices, taxation, and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and support cross‑functional teams.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills…