Finance Team Lead

6 days ago

Brampton, Ontario, Canada Sonora Foods Ltd. Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on
Finance Team Lead
to join our team in Mississauga, ON. This full-time, on-site role is responsible for overseeing core accounting operations and leading a team across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvement, while partnering cross-functionally to support business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Credit Management

  • Review and analyze AR activity, oversee cash application, billback tracking, and resolution of short payments
  • Follow up on overdue accounts and work to minimize bad debt write-offs
  • Oversee credit management, including credit checks, limit recommendations, risk assessment, and escalation of high-risk accounts

Accounts Payable & Cash Disbursements

  • Review and analyze AP activities, including vendor statement reconciliations and PO matching exceptions
  • Ensure timely processing of disbursements
  • Manage cash disbursement cycles, including EFT/ACH runs, cheque batches, and payment approvals

Payroll Oversight

  • Oversee accurate and timely hourly payroll processing
  • Validate timesheets, overtime calculations, vacation and sick pay
  • Ensure compliance with ESA, CRA, and other statutory requirements

Financial Reporting & Controls

  • Lead assigned month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
  • Support review of financial statements, subledger reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Maintain and update accounting policies, SOPs, processes, and internal controls
  • Prepare assigned year-end audit schedules for external auditors

Leadership & Process Improvement

  • Provide direct supervision, coaching, performance management, and development of AP, AR, and Payroll staff
  • Lead initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and strengthen internal controls
  • Produce and monitor KPI reports (e.g., DSO, DPO, cash flow metrics, AR/AP aging, payroll accuracy)

Collaboration & Systems

  • Support ERP system administration (user setup, approvals, workflows)
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, HR, Supply Chain, and Sales
  • Respond to ad hoc reporting and business analysis requests
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

  • CPA designation or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2–3 years in a supervisory or team lead role
  • Hands-on experience overseeing AP, AR, and Payroll functions
  • Manufacturing environment experience is highly desirable
  • Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, hands-on management style
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong analytical ability with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills preferred
  • ERP system experience (Infor or similar) is a strong asset
  • Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and enhancing internal controls

Why Join Us

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to take ownership of core accounting operations, lead a team, and make a meaningful impact within a growing organization.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly through LinkedIn with their resume.

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