Manager Financial Reporting (18 Month Contract)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Manager, Financial Reporting to lead the preparation and delivery of accurate, timely financial statements in compliance with US GAAP. This role is central to our external reporting function and partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and external auditors.

About the Opportunity

Financial Reporting & Close

• Own the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Lead the month-end and quarter-end close process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Maintain and enforce accounting policies and internal controls (SOX, where applicable)

External Reporting

• Coordinate and prepare SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) or equivalent regulatory reports, including MD&A and footnote disclosures
• Manage the external audit process — primary liaison with external auditors for PBC requests, walkthroughs, and issue resolution
• Monitor and assess the impact of new FASB/ASC pronouncements; implement required changes

Technical Accounting

• Research and document complex accounting matters (revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, equity, etc.)
• Prepare technical accounting memos and position papers
• Support due diligence and integration accounting for M&A activity as needed

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise and develop 1–3 staff/senior accountants; provide coaching and performance feedback
• Partner with FP&A on variance analysis and management reporting
• Collaborate with IT/Systems teams on ERP enhancements and reporting automation
• Support internal audit and SOX compliance testing

About You

Required

• CPA designation (active)
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting/reporting experience
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP (ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, etc.)
• Experience with SEC reporting or equivalent public company reporting
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Business Central)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with consolidation tools (e.g., Workiva, HFM, BPC)

Preferred

• Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience
• Experience in [industry: financial services / technology / manufacturing]
• Familiarity with XBRL tagging and SEC EDGAR filing tools
• Exposure to IFRS and US GAAP dual-reporting environments

Competencies

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication — able to translate technical accounting to non-finance stakeholders
• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset

Salary

$130,000/ Year

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #475946.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.