Manager, Finance – Operations

BDO Canada

. Manage day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of clients across various industries .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$76,000 - CA$126,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance, with a strong focus on budgeting, forecasting, and KPI analysis. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor junior staff, and drive process improvements in a client-focused environment.

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CPA DesignationFinancial ReportingMonth-End Close ProcessesBudgeting And ForecastingConsolidated Financial Statements

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Hard Skills

Journal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsVariance AnalysisAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableHST FilingsPayroll FilingsIntercompany TransactionsFinancial Metrics TrackingProcess Improvements

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsLeadership Experience

Tools & Technologies

Cloud-Based Accounting ToolsBusiness Intelligence ToolsERP ImplementationsFinance Automation Initiatives

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA DesignationUndergraduate Degree In AccountingUndergraduate Degree In Finance

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingOutsourced AccountingClient Service EnvironmentsIFRSUS GAAP

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of clients across various industries
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including variance analysis and reporting deliverables
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, collections, and payment processing
Complete HST, payroll, and other regulatory filings
Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital planning
Track financial metrics and KPIs and prepare executive summaries, dashboards, and variance reports
Support financial reporting for public companies and complex private enterprises
Prepare and review consolidated financial statements for multi-entity organizations
Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidation processes
Support external audits and collaborate with auditors, tax advisors, and stakeholders
Maintain audit readiness through documentation, governance, and internal controls
Identify and implement process improvements and drive finance automation initiatives
Participate in ERP implementations, system integrations, data migrations, and finance transformation projects
Leverage cloud-based accounting, reporting, and business intelligence tools
Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members
Manage multiple client engagements and ensure high-quality service delivery
Build client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

CPA designation completed or in progress
Undergraduate degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within public accounting, outsourced accounting, or client service environments
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close processes, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting
Experience preparing and reviewing consolidated financial statements and intercompany reconciliations
Working knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP
Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated leadership experience
Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and client service
Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities and deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Award-winning people-first culture
Personal and professional growth opportunities
Learning and development opportunities
Support for achieving personal goals outside the office and making a community impact
Collaborative, inclusive environment
Local and national community events and charity initiatives
Comprehensive benefits from day one
Flexible personal time off policy
Wellness initiative reimbursement
Flexible blended work model across office, client site, and virtual work
Inclusive and accessible application process with accommodation support