Magnet Forensics

Accounting Manager – 18 Month Contract

Magnet Forensics

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Waterloo • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$92,400 - CA$132,000 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Execute and oversee month-end close processes in accordance with US GAAP
  • Prepare and review journal entries
  • Perform and review balance sheet and key P&L account fluctuations
  • Ensure close timelines are met with a high degree of accuracy and documentation
  • Review accounting working papers and schedules prepared by other team members for completeness and accuracy
  • Ensure consistent application of accounting policies and procedures
  • Support internal and external audit activities, including PBC requests and audit inquiries
  • Partner with the VP of Finance to address complex or judgmental accounting matters
  • Collaborate with FP&A, payroll, tax, and operations teams to ensure accurate reporting of financial data
  • Document key accounting processes to support continuity and knowledge transfer
  • Support special accounting initiatives as needed (e.g., system enhancements, policy updates, transaction support)

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent professional experience
  • Minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for month end and quarter end close in a U.S. GAAP reporting environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, and disclosure requirements
  • Demonstrated experience supporting audit intensive environments, including external audit readiness and rigor around documentation and controls. Public company experience considered an asset
  • Experience preparing and reviewing complex accounting areas, including revenue recognition, accruals, and estimates requiring professional judgment
  • Proven ability to operate independently, manage competing priorities, and meet demanding reporting timelines
  • High level of attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and disciplined documentation practices
Benefits
  • Generous time off policies
  • Competitive compensation
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Employee committees & resource groups
  • Healthcare benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
month-end closejournal entriesbalance sheetP&L account fluctuationsU.S. GAAPfinancial statement preparationrevenue recognitionaccrualsestimatesaudit documentation
Soft Skills
attention to detailanalytical skillsindependent operationtime managementcommunicationcollaborationjudgmentdocumentation practicesproblem-solvingprioritization
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting