Accounting Manager
Location: Port Hope, ON
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Industry: Construction & Manufacturing
About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established construction and manufacturing organization with approximately 85 employees. They are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the company's day-to-day accounting and administrative functions.
This is a hands-on role suited to an accounting professional who is comfortable taking ownership of the full accounting cycle, month-end and year-end processes, payroll, project-related administration, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will also provide leadership to a small administrative team and help ensure the organization's financial and administrative processes remain accurate, organized, and compliant.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
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Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and general ledger activities
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Prepare and oversee monthly financial statements and month-end reporting
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Coordinate year-end accounting processes and work closely with external accountants and advisors
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Perform account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and other general accounting functions
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Monitor cash flow, receivables, payables, and outstanding accounts
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Ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and maintained in a timely manner
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Assist management with financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making as required
Payroll & Administration
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Manage the full payroll process for approximately 85 employees
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Ensure payroll remittances, source deductions, and related filings are completed accurately and on time
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Oversee payroll-related reporting, documentation, and employee records
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Provide direction and support to 1–2 office administrators responsible for data entry, payroll support, and general administrative functions
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Establish and maintain efficient administrative and accounting procedures
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Take ownership of the company's internal accounting and administrative processes
Construction & Project Administration
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Support accounting requirements across active construction and manufacturing projects
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Manage project-related invoicing, receivables, payables, and supporting documentation
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Prepare and coordinate statutory declarations (Stat Decs) and other project documentation
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Coordinate project bonding, including required financial information and documentation
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Assist with project financial tracking and reporting
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Maintain accurate records related to project costs, billings, and commitments
Corporate Compliance & Risk Management
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Manage company licensing and renewal requirements
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Coordinate corporate insurance policies, renewals, certificates, and related documentation
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Maintain organized corporate and financial records
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Assist with regulatory, tax, and government reporting requirements
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Identify upcoming compliance deadlines and ensure requirements are addressed proactively
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Manage and maintain confidential financial, employee, and corporate information
Grants & Other Responsibilities
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Research, coordinate, and administer applicable government grants, subsidies, rebates, and funding programs
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Prepare required documentation and financial information for applications and reporting
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Work with external parties, including accountants, insurers, bonding companies, financial institutions, and government agencies
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Identify opportunities to improve accounting and administrative processes
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Take on additional financial and administrative responsibilities as the business continues to grow
Qualifications & Experience
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5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within construction, manufacturing, or a related project-based environment
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Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
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Demonstrated experience managing payroll for a mid-sized workforce
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Experience with month-end and year-end close processes
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Strong accounts payable, accounts receivable, and invoicing experience
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Experience with construction accounting and project-related documentation is highly preferred
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Familiarity with bonding, insurance, Stat Decs, and licensing requirements is an asset
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Experience working with external accountants and supporting year-end processes
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Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills
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Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
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Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both office and field personnel
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Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion
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Previous experience supervising or mentoring administrative/accounting staff is preferred
