Accounting Manager

Company Description

Steve Madden Canada is a global leader in the fashion industry. The company's dynamic environment emphasizes creativity and originality in every aspect of the business.

At Steve Madden Canada, we are passionate about building a dynamic team of independent and motivated professionals. We are currently on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Accounting Manager to join our headquarters.

What We're Looking For:

• Goal-Oriented: You set high standards for yourself and work diligently to surpass them.
• Motivated: You bring energy and a proactive attitude to everything you do.
• Dynamic: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are always ready for a new challenge.
• Team Player: You collaborate effectively and are committed to achieving collective success.

About the Role:

The Accounting Manager is responsible for reviewing accounting month-end, quarter-end and year-end cycles. This includes applying accounting policies and procedures as per IFRS and compiling and producing the consolidated financial statements. This position reports to the Director of Finance and Accounting, playing a crucial role in overseeing the integrity of accounting operations and contributing to the timely delivery of accurate financial reports.

• Lead and develop a team of accountants and analysts/senior analysts, ensuring their continuous growth and performance
• Oversee the preparation of quarterly and annual financial, guaranteeing the integrity and accuracy of all reported information
• Manage the month-end corporate accounting process, including the review of journal entries such as accruals, prepaids, and fixed assets
• Provide expert support and advice to internal and external stakeholders on matters related to corporate accounting and financial reporting
• Coordinate and execute the annual co-audit with external auditors
• Maintain accurate accounting records and review financial statements
• Prepare and review additional reports as required by the Management team
• Ensure robust controls are in place for the accounting and financial reporting cycle
• Keep departmental procedures and processes documentation up to date
• Participate in the implementation of different systems or other continuous improvement projects as necessary
• Contribute insights to new products, mandates, special transactions, and changes in accounting policies regarding financial reporting considerations

What you will need:

• Bachelor of Accounting and Professional accounting designation (CPA) is essential
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience, preferably for a large public organization and knowledge of retail/wholesale
• Experience in a managerial role, an asset
• Strong accounting background including solid experience in presenting consolidated and non-consolidated financial information in accordance with IFRS and SOX
• Knowledge of SAGE 300 would be an asset
• Attention to detail combined with strong analytical skills
• Strong sense of planning and control
• Team spirit and ability to develop positive relationships with peers
• Able to thrive in a fast-moving environment with high tolerance for change, and occasional overtime
• Strong sense of leadership and accountability for results
• Bilingualism: English and French
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

What we give you

• Dental and extended health benefits active on your first day
• A footwear allowance
• RRSP after your 6 months anniversary
• Vacation days and sick days

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• 9h00-17h00 or 8h00-16h00
• This position is in person

If you're eager to be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and a genuine passion for success, we'd love to hear from you