Posted 18 months ago
Accounting Manager
@ TreowGroup Recruitment
Burlington, Ontario
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Overview
TreowGroup Recruitment is hiring an Accounting Manager for its Burlington-based veterinary healthcare client on a 14-16 month maternity leave contract. The role leads day-to-day finance operations across multiple entities, including general ledger, payroll through ADP, month-end closes and NetSuite ERP work. The posting states competitive compensation, on-site work and a CPA designation with 5+ years of experience.
Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day finance operations and general ledger
- Oversee month-end and year-end closings and financial reporting
- Process payroll through ADP and ensure statutory remittances
- Maintain accounting functions in NetSuite ERP
- Oversee an accounting coordinator and provide back-up support
Requirements summary:
- CPA designation
- 5+ years in financial management, accounting and payroll
- Experience managing direct reports in accounting
- Familiarity with NetSuite ERP and ADP required
- Multi-entity environment experience an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Parental leave
Source and dates
Source type not verified · cats
- Employer posting date
- 2025-05-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-31
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
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TreowGroup Recruitment
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Job description
TreowGroup Recruitment, on behalf of our Burlington-based client, is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their team for a 14-16 month maternity leave contract.
Our client is a mid-sized veterinary healthcare organization dedicated to developing and distributing innovative pet care products across North America. With a strong commitment to quality and the well-being of animals, they’ve earned a trusted reputation among veterinarians and pet owners alike.
Job Summary: The Accounting Manager will lead the day-to-day finance operations, overseeing the general ledger, payroll processing, and preparation of financial statements for multiple business entities. This on-site, Burlington-based role is ideal for a hands-on, highly organized and analytical leader with experience managing a range of public accounting functions and a keen eye for detail.
As the Accounting Manager, you will enjoy:
Your Day to Day will include:
Accounting Leadership & Reporting:
You’ll be a great fit if you possess:
Education and Background:
Apply Now:
If you are a proactive and experienced Accounting Manager, we want to hear from you. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Treowgroup Recruitment, as well as our client, is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe in fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment that brings people together to realize their full potential. We are committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation.
Our client is a mid-sized veterinary healthcare organization dedicated to developing and distributing innovative pet care products across North America. With a strong commitment to quality and the well-being of animals, they’ve earned a trusted reputation among veterinarians and pet owners alike.
Job Summary: The Accounting Manager will lead the day-to-day finance operations, overseeing the general ledger, payroll processing, and preparation of financial statements for multiple business entities. This on-site, Burlington-based role is ideal for a hands-on, highly organized and analytical leader with experience managing a range of public accounting functions and a keen eye for detail.
As the Accounting Manager, you will enjoy:
- Competitive compensation that reflects your experience
- The opportunity to work in a pet-focused, mission-driven environment
- A strong onboarding and support structure within a close-knit, professional team
Your Day to Day will include:
Accounting Leadership & Reporting:
- Maintain close collaboration with the CEO and Controller, and oversee the work of an Accounting Coordinator.
- Manage daily operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger.
- Oversee month-end and year-end closings, journal entries, and financial reporting for multiple companies.
- Ensure compliance with Canadian payroll regulations and income tax filings (T4s, T5s).
- Collaborate with the Financial Controller to maintain accurate, GAAP-compliant records.
- Monitor cash flow and working capital, providing timely insights and forecasts.
- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process by gathering information across departments and preparing detailed financial reports.
- Review and/or maintain asset listings, ensuring amortization and disposal records are appropriately tracked.
- Review and reconcile overhead allocation and variances across business units to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.
- Process payroll through ADP for both salaried and hourly employees.
- Ensure timely statutory remittances, government filings, and annual payroll reports.
- Handle US income and sales tax returns and foreign exchange reconciliations (USD, EURO, GBP).
- Maintain benefit plan administration and employee onboarding/offboarding for group insurance.
- Maintain accounting functions in the NetSuite ERP system.
- Ensure inventory and production functionalities are fully integrated into financial processes.
- Continuously identify and implement improvements in accounting workflows and internal controls.
- Provide back-up support to the CEO and Financial Controller as needed.
You’ll be a great fit if you possess:
Education and Background:
- CPA designation
- 5+ years of experience in financial management, accounting, and payroll
- Experience in a multi-entity environment is a strong asset
- Has managed direct reports in accounting
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Microsoft 365
- Familiarity with NetSuite ERP and ADP systems is required
- High attention to detail and a commitment to producing error-free work
- Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively across teams
- Discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information
Apply Now:
If you are a proactive and experienced Accounting Manager, we want to hear from you. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Treowgroup Recruitment, as well as our client, is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe in fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment that brings people together to realize their full potential. We are committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation.
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