Finance Manager

Location: Vaughan, ON, Hybrid

Language: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are required.

Duration: 6-month contract

Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check required.

About the Opportunity

Our client, a respected public sector organization, is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to provide leadership during a critical period of transition. This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role where you'll support essential financial operations, lead a dedicated accounting team, and help ensure business continuity during quarter-end and budget planning.

Working closely with the Controller and cross-functional stakeholders, you'll oversee full-cycle accounting activities, mentor a team of finance professionals, and contribute to process improvements that strengthen financial reporting and operational excellence. If you enjoy leading teams, solving complex accounting challenges, and making an immediate impact, this role offers an exciting opportunity to do just that.

What's in it for You

• Join a collaborative public sector finance team during a meaningful period of transformation.
• Make an immediate impact by leading critical accounting operations and supporting organizational priorities.
• Gain exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, audit coordination, and process improvement initiatives.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values accountability, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.

Your Responsibilities

• You'll lead a team of up to nine accounting professionals, providing coaching, workload management, and day-to-day operational leadership.
• You'll oversee full-cycle accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end responsibilities.
• You'll coordinate quarter-end, year-end, and audit deliverables, preparing financial analyses and supporting working papers.
• You'll partner with internal stakeholders to provide accounting guidance, resolve complex issues, and ensure compliance with financial policies and legislation.
• You'll identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the effective use of financial systems and technology.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory, management, or project leadership responsibilities.
• CPA designation required, along with a post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Strong full-cycle accounting experience with expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, and transactional accounting.
• Experience leading teams, coaching employees, and balancing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.