Finance Team Lead

Job Description

<p><p>We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on <b>Finance Team Lead</b> 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.</p>
<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>
<p>Accounts Receivable & Credit Management</p>
<ul>
<li>Review and analyze AR activity, oversee cash application, billback tracking, and resolution of short payments</li>
<li>Follow up on overdue accounts and work to minimize bad debt write‑offs</li>
<li>Oversee credit management, including credit checks, limit recommendations, risk assessment, and escalation of high‑risk accounts</li>
</ul>
<p>Accounts Payable & Cash Disbursements</p>
<ul>
<li>Review and analyze AP activities, including vendor statement reconciliations and PO matching exceptions</li>
<li>Ensure timely processing of disbursements</li>
<li>Manage cash disbursement cycles, including EFT/ACH runs, cheque batches, and payment approvals</li>
</ul>
<p>Payroll Oversight</p>
<ul>
<li>Oversee accurate and timely hourly payroll processing</li>
<li>Validate timesheets, overtime calculations, vacation and sick pay</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with ESA, CRA, and other statutory requirements</li>
<li>Lead assigned month‑end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting</li>
<li>Support review of financial statements, subledger reconciliations, and variance analysis</li>
<li>Maintain and update accounting policies, SOPs, processes, and internal controls</li>
<li>Prepare assigned year‑end audit schedules for external auditors</li>
</ul>
<p>Leadership & Process Improvement</p>
<ul>
<li>Provide direct supervision, coaching, performance management, and development of AP, AR, and Payroll staff</li>
<li>Lead initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and strengthen internal controls</li>
<li>Produce and monitor KPI reports (e.g., DSO, DPO, cash flow metrics, AR/AP aging, payroll accuracy)</li>
<li>Support ERP system administration (user setup, approvals, workflows)</li>
<li>Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, HR, Supply Chain, and Sales</li>
<li>Respond to ad hoc reporting and business analysis requests</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
<h3>Qualifications & Experience</h3>
<ul>
<li>CPA designation or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
<li>Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2–3 years in a supervisory or team lead role</li>
<li>Hands‑on experience overseeing AP, AR, and Payroll functions</li>
<li>Manufacturing environment experience is highly desirable</li>
<li>Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, hands‑on management style</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Strong analytical ability with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy</li>
<li>Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines</li>
<li>High proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills preferred</li>
<li>ERP system experience (Infor or similar) is a strong asset</li>
<li>Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and enhancing internal controls</li>
</ul>
<h3>Why Join Us</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<h3>How to Apply</h3>
<p>Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly through LinkedIn with their resume.</p></p>
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