Accounting Manager

Working at Walker At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together. About the Job Are you a CPA-designated accounting professional who combines strong technical expertise with a passion for analysis, business partnership, and continuous improvement? We’re looking for an Accounting Manager to join our finance team in Woodbridge, Ontario. Reporting to the Divisional Controller, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while partnering with operations and senior leadership to turn financial information into meaningful business insights. This is an opportunity to step beyond traditional accounting. With occasional travel to our other locations. You’ll have the chance to influence decision-making, strengthen financial processes, lead a talented team, and make a tangible impact across the business. If you’re analytical, detail-oriented, solutions-oriented, and energized by a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d like to hear from you. Location: Woodbridge, ON (Hybrid-based) Salary: $100,000–$110,000, based on experience and qualifications. What You’ll Be Doing * Oversee the general accounting function for the Environmental Group, ensuring accurate and timely maintenance of the general ledger, reconciliations, subledgers, and fixed asset registers. * Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing insightful analysis and recommendations to business leaders and senior management. * Coordinate and prepare annual budgets and forecasts, partnering with business units to understand financial drivers, risks, and opportunities. * Prepare and file applicable government and sales tax filings, while supporting corporate tax reporting as required. * Develop and deliver ad hoc financial reports and analysis to support management decision-making and respond to business and Finance department requests. * Prepare audit working papers, respond to auditor inquiries, and provide accurate and timely information to support an efficient audit process. * Attend operating, financial review, and management meetings, providing financial guidance, insight, and support to operational and senior leadership teams. * Implement, monitor, and document effective financial controls, processes, and systems to safeguard the integrity of the general ledger and financial reporting. * Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, controls, and workflows, driving greater efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across the business. * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence. Here’s What You Need * A college diploma or university degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline. * CPA designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA). * At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities. * Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles and financial reporting standards. * Experience preparing financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, budgets, forecasts, and audit working papers. * Experience supporting corporate tax reporting; corporate tax experience is an asset. * Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, investigate variances, and make meaningful recommendations. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial reporting systems. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build credibility and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization. * Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. * Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to coach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback. * The ability to work independently while building strong, collaborative relationships across departments. * Professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and diplomacy when working with colleagues, senior leadership, and external stakeholders. * A proactive, adaptable mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and delivering results. What’s in it for you * You become part of a team you can count on * A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing * Leaders who support your growth and success * Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance * Give back to our communities with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events Walker Industries does not rely on artificial intelligence or automated systems at any stage of recruiting or hiring. Every applicant is reviewed and assessed solely by qualified professionals to maintain a fair, human-led process. At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Accounting Manager will oversee general accounting functions, including ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and audit preparation. They will also partner with senior leadership to provide financial insights, manage budgets, and lead the accounting team.

Candidates must hold a CPA designation and possess at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience. Proficiency in financial reporting standards, Microsoft Excel, and strong analytical skills are required.

• Comprehensive total rewards package • Flexible work policies • Work-life balance • Paid volunteer days

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• Microsoft ExcelSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée
• Analyse financièreSouhaitée

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• Financial reporting
• General ledger
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Financial analysis
• Tax filings
• Audit support
• Team leadership
• Process improvement
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial controls
• Reconciliations
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Mentoring
• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Influencing Skills
• Financial Controls
• Emulsion
• Influencing Without Authority
• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Constructive Feedback
• Workflow Management
• Diplomacy
• Solution-Oriented
• Audit Processes
• Paving
• Accounting
• Artificial Intelligence
• Annual Reports
• Auditing
• Audit Working Papers
• Reconciliation
• Business Administration
• Management
• Corporate Tax
• Decision Making
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Finance
• Financial Statements
• Fixed Asset
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• General Ledger
• Sales Tax
• Leadership
• Waste Management
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Office

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Energy
• Construction
• Accounting Manager
• Accountants
• Financial Managers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine