Accounting Manager - Toronto, Canada - Audax

Audax

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Accounting Manager / Bookkeeper

Start Date:
A.S.A.P.

About Audax

Audax is a vertically integrated organization that provides Architecture, Interior Design, and Construction Management services to the luxury real estate market, with a strong focus on high-end residential work.

The services are performed by the sister companies, Audax Architecture Inc. and Audax Construction Inc.

The firm's work is motivated by Human Architecture, a unique approach that combines the best elements from traditional architecture with a modern aesthetic.

We believe in beauty, history, and respect for the traditions of classical architecture. Audax provides a holistic approach that looks at a project's technical, aesthetic, and functional objectives.

This combined expertise results in buildings and interior spaces with an articulated design language and a seamless integration between architecture, interior design, and décor.

The firm is looking for an
Accounting Manager / Bookkeeper to join their team.

Job Overview
The role of
Accounting Manager / Bookkeeper is a full-time position in the company.

As a full-service architecture, interior design, and construction studio, we are looking to bring on a professional who is
detail-oriented and precise to carry out the duties below.

This position will offer the opportunity to collaborate with our design team and to work with some of the most successful and affluent homeowners and business people across the country and internationally.

Qualifications_
Diploma or Degree in Accounting
Minimum 5 years of relevant postgraduate experience in accounting / bookkeeping
Experience in the architecture / interior design / construction industry an asset
Experience in generating invoices, coordinating insurance, managing budgets, preparing client contracts, and creating estimates and purchase orders
Fluent understanding of accounts payables and receivables, corporate tax and HST installments, journal entries, payroll and source deductions, and reconciliation procedures
Proven ability to offer strategies and solutions to help better analyze staff and company performance and to help grow the business
Proficiency in utilizing KPIs to assess company performance and effectively communicate findings to management
Strong understanding of business operations and the ability to make informed decisions to support organizational objectives
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
Detailoriented, proactive, and wellorganized problem solver
Trustworthy and wellunderstood in matters requiring confidentiality
Excellent, loyal, and driven
Key Responsibilities_
Provide and implement solutions regarding how to better analyze staff and company performance and to help grow the business
Collaborate with the Principal and Directors to develop and monitor KPIs, track progress against targets, and recommend corrective actions as needed
Serve as advisor to the Principal and Directors, offering strategic initiatives to optimize resource utilization and overall cost reduction / increased profitability
Provide investment decisions, and advise on longterm business planning to achieve sustainable growth and success
Prepare and manage invoices, payroll and source deductions, and corporate tax and HST installments
Coordinate with the design team to prepare client procurement estimates, purchase orders, and invoices
Manage the accounts payables and receivables, including making collection calls
Coordinate corporate and personal income taxes
Remit T4s
Prepare and review budgets and financial statements
Prepare deposits
Chequing, VISA, and other reconciliations
Coordinate with the company accountant to file the HST, review company financial statements, and prepare the company file for the fiscal yearend
Ensure the highest level of accuracy and precision in all areas of work
Benefits of Working at Audax_
Yearlong "summer hours", with Friday afternoons off
Given our 3 practice areas, you will have a unique and indepth learning experience, provided by exposure to the daytoday functions of architecture, interior design, and construction
The opportunity to work with the best of the best, including the finest trades and craftsmen, the highest quality materials and finishes, along with some of the most successful and affluent homeowners and business people across Canada and internationally
The move to a new, custombuilt office, located directly across the street from Trinity Bellwoods Park, just steps away from the shops and restaurants of Queen Street West, Dundas Street West, Little Italy, and Ossington Avenue. TTC stop at your doorstep.
Regular staff socials, lunches, and events
Competitive salary
Dental and health benefits package
Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's Day, in addition to your regular vacation
The opportunity to learn and grow from continuing education and the support of prof