Accounting Manager
The Accounting Manager will oversee financial reporting, project costing, budgeting, and cash flow management. They are also responsible for managing core accounting functions and leading the accounting team while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- On-site
- Ottawa, ON
- Posted Aug 11, 2026
- Apply by Sep 10, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Our client, a residential home builder focused on thoughtfully designed, quality-built homes and new communities across the region, is seeking an Accounting Manager to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis! The Accounting Manager will oversee accounting operations and financial reporting with responsibility for project costing, budgeting, cash flow, and compliance. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who takes initiative, enjoys being part of a growing and evolving business and brings an entrepreneurial mindset to their work. The main responsibilities include: Manage the financial reporting cycle, including period-end closing, reconciliations, financial statements, budgeting and forecasting Oversee construction project costing, including lot-level profitability and budget-to-actual performance Develop cash flow projections, coordinate construction financing draws, and oversee customer deposits and trust accounts Manage core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and employee benefits Ensure compliance with accounting standards, HST requirements, internal controls, and Tarion regulations Lead and develop accounting staff while partnering with construction, purchasing, and sales teams to improve processes and support business operations Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity and join a growing team where you can make a meaningful impact! Qualifications The main qualifications for this role include: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field CPA designation is a strong asset 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within homebuilding, construction, or real estate development Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills Previous leadership experience, with strong communication skills How you will be rewarded: $85,000 - $105,000 annual salary range Group benefits plan fully paid by employer 3 weeks’ vacation Free parking Location: Ottawa Internal Job ID#: 5081 Recruiter Name: Tracey Windsor
What you’ll do
The Accounting Manager will oversee financial reporting, project costing, budgeting, and cash flow management. They are also responsible for managing core accounting functions and leading the accounting team while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Requirements
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills are required, with a CPA designation considered a strong asset.
Benefits
• Group benefits plan • Vacation • Free parking
Listed skills
- LeadershipPreferred
- Microsoft ExcelPreferred
- CommunicationPreferred
- PayrollPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Financial reporting
- Project costing
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Cash flow management
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Payroll
- Compliance
- Internal controls
- Leadership
- Communication
- ERP systems
- Excel
- Financial statements
- Reconciliations
Job areas
- Finance & Accounting
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 10, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level