Accounting Manager

Magnet Forensics

. Provide day-to-day leadership of the Accounting team and raise the technical bar .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeWaterloo • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical accounting under US GAAP, with a strong focus on leadership, team management, and audit preparation. Proven ability to enhance internal controls and streamline accounting processes while ensuring compliance and quality.

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CPAUS GAAP ExpertiseTeam ManagementAudit PreparationAccounting Software Experience

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Hard Skills

Technical AccountingMonth-End CloseQuarter-End CloseAccount ReconciliationJournal Entry ReviewRevenue RecognitionLease AccountingAccrual AccountingPerformance DevelopmentCycle Time Reduction

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCollaborationCoachingLeadership

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteAccounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingAssuranceBig FourInternal ControlsStatutory AuditExternal AuditSaaSTechnology Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day leadership of the Accounting team and raise the technical bar
Lead month-end and quarter-end close, owning the calendar, reviewing reconciliations and journal entries, and reducing cycle time without compromising quality
Supervise, coach, and develop Staff Accountants, including workload allocation, review, and performance development
Serve as first-line technical resource on revenue, leases, equity, capitalization, and accruals
Resolve technical accounting matters at the Manager level that currently reach the Controller
Own the balance sheet review process and integrity of account reconciliations
Lead consolidated audit preparation and act as day-to-day contact for external audit fieldwork
Support statutory audit preparation by facilitating sample selection and responding to auditor queries
Strengthen internal controls, document processes, and automate manual close activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

CPA required
Public accounting background strongly preferred, including Assurance experience at a national or Big Four firm, ideally with a move into industry
Exceptional technical depth under US GAAP; ability to research, document, and defend accounting positions to auditors
5+ years relevant experience, including demonstrated supervision or review of others' work
Experience managing a team
Excellent problem-solving and research skills
Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate internally and externally
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Experience with accounting software is an asset
NetSuite experience preferred
Software, SaaS, or technology-sector exposure considered an asset
Satisfactory completion of a background check
US applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. as verified through E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous time off policies
Competitive compensation
Volunteer opportunities
Reward and recognition programs
Employee committees & resource groups
Healthcare and retirement benefits
Learning and development support
Inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment
Accommodation available throughout the hiring process