Job Description
Zenbooks offers a fresh take on accounting, specializing in cloud-based software and virtual bookkeeping for small to medium businesses. We are a 100% paperless, remote team of experts utilizing innovative technologies to empower business owners with the tools they need to grow efficiently. We are seeking a highly organized Accounting Manager who is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and has a keen eye for detail. This role is designed for a proactive leader who is eager to learn, mentor others, and drive the financial health of their group. Key Responsibilities People Leadership & Group Profitability Team Mentorship: Mentor and coach staff on technical accounting issues. Relationship Management: Maintain and build relationships with team members and colleagues. Group Performance: Lead the accounting group and take responsibility for managing the gross margin of your group. Process Improvement: Identify process improvements and bring them to resolution to share with the Director of Operations. Controller & Accounting Operations Financial Oversight: Oversee the operations of assigned accounting clients and develop a system of accounting policies and procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls . Technical Compliance: Conduct technical accounting research to ensure compliance across various jurisdictions. Day-to-Day Oversight: Perform and oversee day-to-day accounting activities (AR/AP) to maintain completeness and integrity of client records. Compliance: Prepare sales tax returns (GST/HST/PST) and perform financial statement reviews to prepare client files for year-end tax accountants. Reporting, FP&A & Advisory Management Reporting: Prepare comprehensive reporting packages, including P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and consolidated reporting for multi-entity clients. Analysis & KPIs: Manage variance analysis (Budget vs. Actual, prior period) and develop/monitor key performance indicators (KPIs). Strategic Planning: Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling to aid in growth and expansion. Cash Management: Perform weekly liquidity monitoring and explain discrepancies between P&L profitability and available cash. Experience & Requirements Management Experience: Proven experience in a leadership capacity, including mentoring team members and managing group workflows and profitability. Professional Experience: Experience in a client-facing role, providing high-level monthly reporting and advisory services. Software Proficiency: Familiarity with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QBO, Dext, and Plooto. Remote Work: Ability to work from home with high-speed internet and availability during core business hours. Preferred Assets US Tax & Compliance: Experience with 1099 preparation and US sales tax filing and compliance. Bilingualism: Proficiency in French is considered an asset for supporting our diverse client base. Benefits & Perks Salary: $90,000 to $125,000 per year. Health & Wellness: 100% Employer-paid health benefits (medical, dental, disability, life, and vision) plus a flexible health spending account. Retirement: Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Home Office: 100% Employer-paid hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse) and a virtual ergonomic assessment. Time Off: 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, and 1 week off during the winter holidays.