Manager, Accounting

**About Us**

Tidal CFO is a fast-growing firm specializing in Fractional CFO, Financial Controller, accounting transformation, and bookkeeping services. As trusted financial advisors, we empower our clients with strategic insights and actionable financial leadership. Our client-driven approach is built on delivering exceptional service. We are looking to expand our team with a highly organized, self-motivated Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and shares our commitment to excellence.

**The Role**

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Manager to oversee client engagements while also rolling up their sleeves to complete higher-level, complex financial and accounting work. This position is not only about managing and reviewing teams, it also requires being directly involved in client relationships and delivering controller/CFO-level work.

In this role, you will:

- Lead and manage multiple client priorities simultaneously.
- Build and maintain trusted client relationships as their primary advisor.
- Take an active role in completing financial analysis, reporting, and advisory work at a high level.
- Ensure our team consistently delivers exceptional financial outcomes and client service.

If you're a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and a passion for leading teams while being hands-on, we want to hear from you

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Lead Client Engagements**
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned engagements, developing strong client relationships.
- Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless experience.
- Manage month-end close processes, including reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial results.

**2. Deliver High-Quality Financial Outcomes**
- Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements, reporting, and analysis.
- Take a hands-on role in completing more complex accounting and finance work (similar to a Controller/CFO).
- Provide clients with actionable insights and recommendations to support decision-making.

**3. Manage Internal Workflows**
- Coordinate team workload to ensure deadlines are met while maintaining efficiency and service excellence.
- Identify and resolve workflow bottlenecks, ensuring smooth collaboration and delivery.
- Maintain clear communication and accountability across the team.

**4. Foster Strong Client Relationships**
- Develop long-term, trusted relationships with clients by acting as a proactive advisor.
- Anticipate and address client concerns quickly to ensure satisfaction and value.
- Provide tailored financial advice and solutions to support clients’ evolving needs.

**What We’re Looking For**
- **CPA designation (an asset).**:

- **Minimum 2 years of Canadian work experience (required).**:

- **Client Service Experience (required)**: Experience working directly with clients in a professional services or advisory capacity.
- Highly Organized: Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Self-Starter: Proactive, independent leader who can take initiative and ownership.
- Client-Focused: Strong interpersonal skills, committed to building long-lasting client relationships.
- Strong Financial Acumen: Deep technical knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement preparation, and month-end close.
- Proven Leadership: Experience managing teams and coordinating workflows.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency with cloud accounting tools such as Xero, QuickBooks Online, and related platforms is a plus.

**What We Offer**
- A collaborative and supportive team culture that values innovation, learning, and growth.
- Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
- Exposure to a diverse range of industries and business challenges, with continuous professional development opportunities.
- A leadership role in a growing firm, where you can make a tangible impact on client success.

**Join Our Team**

At Tidal CFO, we are committed to building meaningful partnerships with our clients and within our team. If you are a highly organized, self-motivated professional who thrives in a client-driven environment and wants to lead while remaining hands-on, we want you to be part of our team.

**To Apply**

Please submit your resume detailing your experience and why you are the ideal fit for Tidal CFO.

Pay: $75,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Application question(s):

- Do you currently hold a CPA designation?
- Do you have at least 2 years of Canadian work experience in accounting, finance, or a related role?
- Have you worked in a client-facing or professional services role where you were responsible for managing client relationships?
- We ask about salary expectations to ensure we’re aligned early in the process and to respect everyone’s time. What are your expe