Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

OUR PURPOSE

To unlock a sustainable future, we apply our combined expertise to create a positive impact for the planet and future generations.

At Matrix Solutions we collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.

WHO WE ARE

One of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic,





and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients. Matrix is a proud part of Montrose Environmental Group (MEG) which has 3000+ employees and more than 135 global locations.

WHAT WE DO

We partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.

Are you looking to…

- Have autonomy and the opportunity to interact and work with a community of technical experts from other Matrix regions.






- Partner with extensive, long standing clients such as municipal governments, conservation authorities, academia, and private industry.
- Join a well-respected environmental consulting company.

The Accounting Manager position, you will join our team, reporting to our Director of Accounting. Office, hybrid, and remote opportunities are available.

As a key member of the Montrose Accounting Center of Excellence, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

- Lead the preparation, coordination and management of the Canadian based Company's financial accounting and compliance functions.
- Build strong working relationships with other COE teams, Corporate Finance, GBS, Audit, Workday support and Operational teams,





to continuously improve the collaboration across the support functions.
- Develop a deep knowledge of the underlying financial transactions in Workday and an understanding of the overall reporting process; proactively identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies to achieve more timely and accurate results in the accounting and GL close process.
- Work closely with the Contracting COE team to review large and complex customer contracts for proper revenue recognition under US GAAP.
- Review and post accruals at month-end to ensure proper financial statement cutoff.
- Review P&L; for accuracy.
- Prepare analysis and conclusions for subjective or complex accruals.






- Provide support for the quarterly reviews and annual audit process to provide timely support and resolve any issues or outcomes arising from internal and external audits.
- Document and ensure compliance with processes, and internal controls, supporting the implementation of best practices within the MES Canada organization.
- Support the quarterly and annual tax provision process with the internal tax manager and external tax providers.
- Support all aspects of the monthly, quarterly and annual tax compliance program with the corporate tax manager and the local tax service professionals.
- Support the due diligence process for potential acquisitions and support the integration efforts and purchase accounting.






- Lead the research and analysis of new accounting standards or changes to compliance requirements that impact MES Canada and recommend accounting treatment for changes.
- Assist the FP&A; team with financial reporting, flux analysis, KPI measurements, budgeting, forecasting and projects as needed.
- Manage a growing team of accountants, delegate tasks effectively and provide ongoing coaching and mentoring.
- Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment to motivate and inspire high performance from team members to achieve departmental goals.

What We Are Looking For

- A Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent from an accredited university.
- Hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.

- Minimum 5 years in a top 10 public accounting firm (Big 4, RSM, BDO, Grant Thornton, etc.)





and a minimum of 3 additional years working in a large company finance team with progressive hands-on experience, preferably in a service-based organization.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting knowledge, SOX internal control frameworks, and financial reporting requirements. Expertise in U.S. GAAP revenue recognition principles.
- Solution oriented mindset with the ability to identify issues, investigate and recommend resolutions.
- Strong time management skills; able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment with the ability to prioritize.
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, with experience in project accounting modules preferred. Workday Financials a plus.






- Exceptional Excel skills with the ability to manage, analyze and simplify large amounts of data.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Proven leadership and team management abilities, with experience in leading and developing teams to achieve organizational goals.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Experience in construction, engineering or other service and project-based industries is a plus.

Why Choose Matrix







At Matrix you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live our purpose and values and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. This is a permanent position with a salary $115k of $140k, starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.

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Are you the one we're looking for? Please apply to us directly. As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.

Matrix is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Matrix provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources directly.

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For more information about Matrix Solutions, please visit www.matrix-solutions.com and don’t forget to our bookmark our careers page.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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▶️ Accounting Manager
🖊️ Matrix Solutions
📍 Calgary