Manager, Accounting

About the role

The Accounting Manager oversees general accounting functions at one facility, focusing on the accuracy and maintenance of ledger accounts and financial statements. They also supervise the general accounting staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide monthly and yearly comparative financial information to management for planning and fostering continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain cost and profit estimates for new and existing product lines and generate monthly cost reports and trends.
• Maintain and recommend improvements to an adequate information system for measuring financial and operational results.
• Prepare financial summaries and interpret the financial health of the organization.
• Develop appropriate budgets and evaluate financial records.
• Notify and report to senior management about any trends critical to the organization's performance.
• Interact with coworkers and accountants and act as a liaison between different departments.
• Work closely with management in directing and controlling resources.
• Maintain and recommend improvements to a system of internal control.
• Cook up and participate in the preparation of the Five Year Annual Business Plan.
• Ensure that all positions within the department are filled with appropriate personnel.
• Ensure that statutory financial obligations, including audit, tax, and other government filings, are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Be available for special corporate assignments as requested.
• Ensure that employee evaluations are conducted on or before the due date.
• Participate in the quotation process.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum three years supervisory experience in a related field.
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of applicable software programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to make sound financial decisions and adjust accounting procedures as necessary.

Skills

• Financial analysis
• Accounting software proficiency
• Cost estimation
• Internal control systems
• Financial reporting
• Project management

Benefits

Linamar offers a competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Additional benefits include opportunities for career advancement, sustainability counseling, community-based outreach, and discounts for local vendors and events.

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

N/A