Finance Manager

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Hybrid
Language: English, strong written and verbal communication skills required
Background Check Requirement: Background & Reference checks required

About the Opportunity

Our client, a respected organization in the education and non-profit sector, is seeking an experienced and collaborative Finance Manager to lead key accounting operations and support the overall financial health of the organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with team leadership, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Working closely with the Controller and finance team, you’ll play a critical role in overseeing accounts payable operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end activities while supporting projects that enhance operational efficiency across the organization. This opportunity offers meaningful exposure to leadership, strategic finance initiatives, and a people-focused workplace culture that values accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

What’s in it for You

• Join a collaborative and mission-driven organization that values professionalism, teamwork, and continuous learning.
• Lead and mentor a dedicated finance team while contributing to impactful organizational initiatives.
• Gain exposure to strategic projects, financial operations, and process improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment.
• Be part of a workplace that values innovation, strong leadership, and exceptional service delivery.

Your Responsibilities

• In this role, you’ll oversee the accounts payable function, reviewing invoices, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• You’ll provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to accounts payable staff while monitoring service quality and workflow efficiency.
• You’ll lead month-end and year-end accounting processes, including reconciliations, audit preparation, working papers, and financial reporting support.
• You’ll collaborate with internal departments to implement process improvements, system enhancements, and finance-related projects that support operational excellence.
• You’ll manage banking activity approvals, cash deposit postings, and account reconciliations while ensuring strong internal controls are maintained.
• You’ll support the Controller with budgeting activities, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance requirements, including sales tax and reporting obligations.
• You’ll help strengthen financial processes by identifying opportunities for efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement across the finance function.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, preferably within a non-profit, charitable, or educational environment.
• CPA designation required.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.
• Experience supervising or mentoring finance staff, with demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong experience working with Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of sales tax regulations, accounting procedures, and financial compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines effectively.

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.