Head of Management Accounting

About the Company  Our client is looking for a Manager of Accounting.

Smaller Finance team
Ensure timely completion and accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations.
Oversee accounts receivable subledger reporting and reconciliation activities.
Manage Canadian sales tax filings and support annual corporate tax reporting requirements.
Lead, coach, and develop direct reports, establishing performance objectives and supporting professional growth.
Provide accounting guidance and support to internal business partners and shared services teams.
Coordinate internal, external, and regulatory audit requirements.
Promote strong financial controls and compliance with corporate accounting policies.
Oversee the full accounts receivable cycle, from order processing and credit release through collections, reconciliation, and reporting.
Establish and maintain effective receivables policies, procedures, and controls.
Monitor aging reports, identify high-risk accounts, and implement effective collection strategies.
Manage customer credit exposure, including reviewing and recommending credit limits.
Monitor DSO and collection performance while minimizing bad debt exposure.
Resolve complex receivables issues, including payment discrepancies, chargebacks, credit memos, and unapplied cash.
Maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to support timely payments and cash flow.
Ensure all receivables activities comply with internal policies and applicable financial regulations.
Min of 5 years experience ideally with 1-2 years of supervisory/coaching/mentoring
Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with IFRS reporting.
Demonstrated experience managing accounts receivable, collections, credit management, and financial reporting.
Experience working with ERP systems in a complex, multi-departmental corporate environment.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. For residents of Ontario, Canada:  Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).
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