Accounting Manager

Bond Consulting Group is a unique professional services firm. We are a leading SR&ED consulting firm, located in Toronto.

SR&ED stands for “Scientific Research & Experimental Development” - it is the name of the largest and most important corporate tax incentive program in Canada, available to all businesses in fields of science, technology or medicine. The program is like a grant, but is administered by CRA (The Canada Revenue Agency).

Bond Consulting Group is an innovative firm, with an excellent reputation in the industry and a fantastic corporate culture.

**Accounting Manager**:
The Accounting Manager will manage internal accounting reporting with a focus on accuracy and efficiency of accounting information that can be used to inform senior management and support decision-making. Key responsibilities include management of all accounting operations, revenue and expense reporting, study of profit & loss and business operations, vendor management, compliance with accounting standards and company policies, tax compliance, reporting oversight, team leadership, and process improvement.

The Accounting Manager will supervise and manage a small local bookkeeping and accounting team and work closely with senior management and corporate leaders to enhance and improve standards of reporting and internal governance. This role is fully on-site and will require dedication, so it’s best suited to a local business professional who thrives in a direct professional team environment, and with a focus on business and management.

The Accounting Manager will work under the direction of BCG’s Managing Director (Administration and Operations) and the CEO.

**Responsibilities**:
1. **Reporting Oversight & Infrastructure Development**
- Design, manage, and supervise the implementation of comprehensive reporting systems, processes, and controls for:

- Internal accounting transactions, all bookkeeping
- Financial metrics relating to Client Acquisitions and Renewals
- Specialized complex in-house employee performance models, including commissions, performance incentives, and promotions (i.e., payroll)
- Serve as a liaison between the accounting team and the tech team to ensure seamless integration of accounting systems, tools, and reporting solutions.
- Ensure the integrity and consistency of all reports through review and oversight.
- Provide supervision and guidance to staff responsible for report generation, ensuring compliance with company standards and generally accepted accounting standards.

**2. Accounting Operations**
- Supervise the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
- Design, implement, and manage robust mechanisms to ensure compliance and the accurate recording and maintenance of all bookkeeping, accounting data and transactions.
- Design, manage and supervise the generation of complex business reports for management.
- Supervise and manage the production of bi-weekly payroll reports to ensure compliance with complex compensation models and business rules.

**3. Invoicing Oversight & Revenue Accuracy**
- Supervise invoicing processes to ensure billing is timely, accurate, and fully compliant with internal policies and complex business rules.
- Develop and manage the necessary infrastructure, systems, and controls to support consistent and error-free invoice and client statement generation.
- Consult with internal and external Tech Teams in order to improve and streamline invoicing processes
- Manage and supervise the delivery of client statements and liaise with tech teams as required to ensure best practices are adopted.

**4. Performance Metrics & Statistical Reporting**
- Lead the development and maintenance of dashboards and performance tracking tools, using an existing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System.
- Manage the production of complex accounting and operational reports, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and relevance.
- Review analytical outputs produced by the accounting team and validate accuracy.

**5. Tax Compliance & Reporting**
- Supervise and manage the preparation and submission of all tax-related filings, including annual corporate tax returns, quarterly HST remittances, and bi-weekly source deduction submissions.
- Review and validate documentation and reports prepared by accounting staff to ensure accuracy and full compliance with federal and provincial tax regulations.
- Liaison with external corporate accountants.

**6. Team Leadership & Process** Improvement
- Manage and mentor a small accounting and bookkeeping team.
- Establish new workflows and internal best practices.
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting operations and enhance reporting accuracy through system and process improvements.

**Qualifications**:

- Business Degree with a focus on Accounting / Business Administration
- 5+ years’ experience in accounting management, preferably within a Professional Services Firm (management consulting, legal or accountancy)
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