Accounting manager
Introduction
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Mission
We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join a nonprofit organization located in downtown Montreal, in a hybrid work environment.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations of the organization. They will ensure the accuracy, reliability, and transparency of financial information while contributing actively to strategic planning and resource optimization.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the full accounting cycle, including daily transactions, journal entries, accounts payable and receivable, and the general ledger.
Prepare periodic and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
Perform bank reconciliations and ensure the integrity of financial data.
Prepare, review, and file all tax and statutory returns (GST/QST, corporate income tax, T4, T5, CNESST, etc.).
Ensure compliance with all municipal, provincial, and federal tax regulations.
Participate actively in internal and external audits, from planning to implementation of recommendations.
Present detailed quarterly financial reports to senior management and the board’s finance committee.
Review and strengthen internal control processes, identify risks, and propose corrective measures.
Prepare management reports for leadership, including budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analyses.
Collaborate with various departments across the organization (HR, operations, marketing, etc.).
Your profile
Qualifications:
CPA designation or a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience
Strong knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems
Proficiency with financial reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
Advanced Excel skills
Experience working in a unionized or nonprofit environment
Bilingual (French and English) to communicate effectively with both francophone and anglophone stakeholders
High level of professional ethics and integrity
Strong autonomy and sense of responsibility
Demonstrated rigor and attention to detail
Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive attitude
Excellent communication skills and ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-financial audiences
