About the Role
The Senior Management Accountant plays a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis, reporting, and operational insight. Reporting to the General Manager, this position is responsible for management reporting, cost analysis, budgeting, and financial planning across multiple business entities in the polyurethane manufacturing and distribution industry.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports including variance analysis, profitability by product line, and margin analysis across business entities. Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with operations and sales leadership to develop realistic financial plans. Analyze product costing, raw material pricing trends, and inventory valuation to support procurement and pricing decisions. Monitor and report on key performance indicators including gross margin, operating efficiency, revenue per employee, and working capital metrics. Support cash flow management and forecasting, including monitoring accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory turnover. Prepare financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate business initiatives such as new product launches, capital investments, and expansion opportunities. Assist with intercompany accounting and consolidation across related entities. Ensure compliance with Canadian tax requirements including GST/HST filings, corporate tax provisions, and year-end audit preparation. Liaise with external accountants and auditors during year-end and tax season. Identify opportunities for process improvement in financial systems, reporting workflows, and internal controls. Support ad hoc financial analysis for senior leadership as needed, including compensation benchmarking, resource planning, and strategic projects.
Qualifications
Required:
CPA designation (or near completion). Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a management accounting or FP&A role. Strong proficiency in Excel including financial modeling, pivot tables, and advanced formulas. Experience with full-cycle accounting in a small to mid-sized business environment. Solid understanding of Canadian tax compliance including corporate tax, GST/HST, and payroll. Experience preparing management reports and presenting financial information to senior leadership. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Preferred:
Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or building materials industries. Familiarity with inventory costing methods (weighted average, FIFO) and raw material cost tracking. Experience with multi-entity or multi-location accounting. Working knowledge of ERP or accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, or NetSuite. Experience supporting strategic initiatives such as business valuations, compensation structuring, or M&A due diligence.
Personal Attributes
Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision. Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a lean organization. Strong communication skills — able to translate financial data into actionable business insights. Discretion and integrity when handling confidential financial information. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across departments including operations, sales, and warehouse teams.
About Us
At Shunda Polyurethane Ltd., we offer competitive salaries, company-based benefits, work-life balance, year-round company events, and career advancement/learning and development opportunities to make sure you have a rewarding and enjoyable experience.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Markham, ON L3R 8G6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 5 years (preferred)
- Management Accounting: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Chartered Professional Accountant Designation (preferred)
Work Location: In person
