Who We Are
At SFIR Consulting Ltd., we are on a mission to redefine accounting.
We believe accountants should be proactive, trusted advisors, not
reactive service providers. Our clients rely on us year-round to help
them make informed financial decisions that directly impact
profitability, growth, and long-term stability. We combine 'Big Firm
Expertise' with 'Small Firm Values' to deliver thoughtful, tailored
solutions — and we take that responsibility seriously.
Job Description
We are hiring one full-time Accounting Manager to join our team.
The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in delivering on our
mission. This role ensures our clients receive accurate, timely, and
well-reviewed work while also developing and supporting accounting
professionals within the firm.
Our clients make real decisions based on what we deliver. This role
exists to protect quality, strengthen accountability, and build
long-term trust.
This Role Is for Someone Who…
- Values quality and refuses to cut corners.
- Takes ownership of outcomes for both clients and their team members.
- Is curious about improving systems, processes, and workflows.
- Enjoys coaching others and holding people accountable.
- Is looking to build a career in professional services, not
just hold a title.
What You Will Be
Responsible For
Client and Revenue-Focused Work
You are the final quality checkpoint before work reaches the
client, as well as the primary escalation point for complex
bookkeeping issues.
You will oversee and deliver:
- Month-end close (MEC) bookkeeping with accuracy and consistency
- Year-end procedures, including coordination with external
firms when required
- Hourly bookkeeping and consulting engagements
- Accounting process improvement initiatives
- Review and oversight of tax and compliance filings (T4, T4A,
T5, 1099, sales tax, and ad hoc filings)
Team Leadership and
Accountability
You are expected to model professionalism, emotional intelligence,
and consistency.
You will:
- Supervise and mentor a team of Staff Accountants and Interns
- Conduct semi-annual and annual performance reviews
- Set clear expectations, goals, and development plans
- Deliver training on accounting practices and systems
- Identify and address performance risks early
- Participate in hiring decisions and, when necessary, terminations
Operational and Administrative Responsibility
You will have access to sensitive financial data, systems, and
client information, and are expected to handle all information with
discretion and integrity.
You will:
- Review timesheets and monitor billable hours
- Approve expenses and manage assigned team budgets
- Maintain accurate task and project tracking in internal systems
- Ensure strong documentation across all internal platforms
- Approve team leave requests and oversee accrued balances
- Participate in weekly leadership and departmental check-ins
- Communicate clearly and report to leadership
Benefits
Why Join Us?
Compensations, Benefits, and Growth:
- Remote work environment with the occasional in-person work
day
- Competitive salary: $90,000 - $100,000 based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package: Medical (including Rx),
Dental, and Vision
- Clear growth pathways to Senior roles
- Opportunity for billable project work
- Eligibility for discretionary year-end performance bonuses
based on individual contribution and overall company performance
Our Hiring Process and
Next Steps
We use a structured, high-integrity hiring process designed for
mutual fit:
- Online Pre-Screening Assessment when you apply
- Skills Validation Interview
- Structured Behavioural Interview
- In Person Meeting & Reference Check
- Meet the Chief Executive Officer
- References and Background Check with Conditional Offer
- Job Offer
We believe in clarity, fairness, and thoughtful decision-making.
Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the
hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with
Disabilities Act (AODA).
If You're Ready to Lead,
Apply Today!
If this role aligns with where you want to grow next, we would love
to hear from you. Please submit:
- Your resume
- Online pre-screening assessment
Please check your spam or junk folders after applying for next steps.
At SFIR Consulting Ltd., we're building something intentionally —
and we're looking for leaders who want to build with us.
We look forward to meeting you!
Note: All applications and interviews are reviewed and conducted
directly by our leadership team. We do not use AI or automated tools
in the candidate evaluation process.