Accounting Manager

Hireloft Recruitment is partnering with a well‑established Canadian manufacturer in Ontario's Muskoka region, and is seeking an Accounting Manager to take full ownership of its day‑to‑day accounting operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role with significant autonomy, ideal for a strong senior accountant ready to step up or an experienced accounting manager looking for a stable, varied role in a collaborative, owner‑managed environment. The outgoing finance lead will provide a thorough handover and ongoing support through the transition.

Responsibilities Own the full month‑end close and prepare monthly internal financial statements across multiple entities Lead the year‑end review engagement and liaise with the external accounting firm Oversee a team of two, along with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Review biweekly payroll for accuracy and legislative compliance; oversee benefits and pension administration Complete bank, credit card, intercompany, and shareholder reconciliations Prepare and file monthly HST, EHT, and WSIB remittances and manage all CRA correspondence Prepare bank compliance reporting and monitor covenants Prepare cashflow forecasts for management and complete Statistics Canada reporting Research and administer grant applications for the retail and manufacturing sectors Qualifications Required: Proven full‑cycle accounting experience with full ownership of month‑end close Advanced bookkeeping troubleshooting skills (QuickBooks account quirks, clearing accounts) Intermediate to advanced Excel Experience in a small to mid‑sized, owner‑managed business Preferred: Manufacturing sector experience Cost accounting and budgeting experience Knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation Exposure to year‑end assurance / review engagements What's Offered 100% employer‑paid benefits package, including life insurance RRSP matching Four weeks of vacation A modern office in the heart of Muskoka, with a supportive, long‑tenured team and high day‑to‑day autonomy Important This is a fully onsite role in Gravenhurst, ON. Candidates must live within comfortable commuting distance (Muskoka, Orillia, or Barrie area). This is not a remote or hybrid position. #J-18808-Ljbffr