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Accounting Manager

Hamilton, ON

Posted: 09/30/2026 Employment Type: Full-Time Specialization: Accounting/Finance/Tax Job Number: 36115 Salary / Pay Rate: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Job Description

Accounting Manager Opportunity

Our client, a well-established professional services organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core financial operations. The role will have responsibility for billing and collections, financial reporting, payroll, partner financial matters, general accounting, and trust accounting, including related regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, strong attention to detail, and experience handling confidential financial information. Experience in professional services environment, accounting/trust accounting, and a CPA designation or equivalent experience is an asset. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, competitive compensation, benefits, and a professional working environment.

The Role

  • Take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations and financial processes

  • Oversee client billing, receivables, reconciliations, and cash flow-related activities

  • Manage trust accounting and ensure appropriate regulatory compliance

  • Lead monthly and year-end reporting, including preparation of supporting schedules

  • Oversee payroll administration, tax filings, AP, and other core accounting functions

  • Provide financial information and reporting to partners and senior management

  • Work closely with external advisors, financial institutions, and service providers

About You

  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in professional services

  • Strong technical accounting skills with excellent attention to detail

  • Exposure to trust accounting and/or legal financial processes is highly valued

  • Comfortable working with QBO and Excel

  • CPA designation or equivalent experience is considered an asset


    AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

    The posted salary range reflects expected compensation for this role in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications and may fall anywhere within the range.

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