Accounting Manager (Advisory)

Zenbooks offers a fresh take on accounting, specializing in cloud-based software and virtual bookkeeping for small to medium businesses. We are a 100% paperless, remote team of experts utilizing innovative technologies to empower business owners with the tools they need to grow efficiently.

We are seeking a highly organized

Accounting Manager who is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and has a keen eye for detail. This role is designed for a proactive leader who is eager to learn, mentor others, and drive the financial health of their group.

Key Responsibilities

People Leadership & Group Profitability

• Team Mentorship:

Mentor and coach staff on technical accounting issues.

• Relationship Management:

Maintain and build relationships with team members and colleagues.

• Group Performance:

Lead the accounting group and take responsibility for managing the gross margin of your group.

• Process Improvement:

Identify process improvements and bring them to resolution to share with the Director of Operations.

Controller & Accounting Operations

• Financial Oversight:

Oversee the operations of assigned accounting clients and develop a system of accounting policies and procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

• Technical Compliance:

Conduct technical accounting research to ensure compliance across various jurisdictions.

• Day-to-Day Oversight:

Perform and oversee day-to-day accounting activities (AR/AP) to maintain completeness and integrity of client records.

• Compliance:

Prepare sales tax returns (GST/HST/PST) and perform financial statement reviews to prepare client files for year-end tax accountants.

Reporting, FP&A & Advisory

• Management Reporting:

Prepare comprehensive reporting packages, including P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and consolidated reporting for multi-entity clients.

• Analysis & KPIs:

Manage variance analysis (Budget vs. Actual, prior period) and develop/monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Strategic Planning:

Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling to aid in growth and expansion.

• Cash Management:

Perform weekly liquidity monitoring and explain discrepancies between P&L profitability and available cash.

Experience & Requirements

• Management Experience:

Proven experience in a leadership capacity, including mentoring team members and managing group workflows and profitability.

• Professional Experience:

Experience in a client-facing role, providing high-level monthly reporting and advisory services.

• Software Proficiency:

Familiarity with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QBO, Dext, and Plooto.

• Remote Work:

Ability to work from home with high-speed internet and availability during core business hours.

Preferred Assets

• US Tax & Compliance:

Experience with 1099 preparation and US sales tax filing and compliance.

• Bilingualism:

Proficiency in French is considered an asset for supporting our diverse client base.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary:

$90,000 to $125,000 per year.

• Health & Wellness:

100% Employer-paid health benefits (medical, dental, disability, life, and vision) plus a flexible health spending account.

• Retirement:

Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

• Home Office:

100% Employer-paid hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse) and a virtual ergonomic assessment.

• Time Off:

15 vacation days, 5 personal days, and 1 week off during the winter holidays.