Overview ConfidentialCanada RemoteFrom $70,000 a year - Full-time, Casual. The client is a new start-up with a bold vision: combining smart M&A strategies with cutting-edge AI solutions. They are building their first core team — a small group of intrapreneurs who want ownership and the chance to shape systems from the ground up. The mission is ambitious: to scale across North American SMBs through strategic acquisitions in insurance & healthcare. They are committed to creating thoughtful automations that reduce noise so that people can focus on what matters most: customer wins. The role is an Accounting Manager who will become the foundational finance lead in this growing start-up, establishing robust, scalable accounting processes and shaping how the company manages financials through acquisitions and rapid growth. Responsibilities Own the full-cycle accounting, including A/R, A/P, payroll entries, and monthly close for PEQ and related entities. Develop and document the foundational "Financial Hub Playbook" for pre & post-acquisition integration, focusing on data extraction, quality assurance, and initial dashboard setups. Establish SOPs, train and manage, and oversee external team of 2-3 accounting contractors/bookkeepers, ensuring timely and accurate day-to-day transaction processing and GL maintenance. Budgeting & Strategy: Coordinate the annual budget and develop rolling forecasts that anticipate integration risks. Post-Acquisition Integration: Assist with financial integration of all acquired entities, including merging accounting systems, standardizing financial reporting policies, and aligning cost structures. Other Duties: Act as a Financial Thought-Partner with the executive team to provide financial perspective and insight to guide strategic decisions; create and maintain documentation such as SOPs and How Tos. What you offer Professional Accounting Designation is a must (CPA, CA, CMA, or equivalent in the U.S. or Canada). Progressive Experience: 5 years in accounting or finance, with at least 2 years of hands-on, full cycle accounting. Cost Accounting: Experience with non-traditional Cost Accounting principles is a strong asset. Technology Proficiency: Knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, XERO); accounting add-ons (LiveFlow, etc.); ERP systems a plus (e.g., NetSuite, Intacct); other corporate software (Microsoft Office, Excel/Google Sheets, Slack, Notion, Linear). Language: Fluency in English; multidisciplinary teams across North America. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Fits start-up environment with resilience and adaptability. Industry Expertise: Direct financial or accounting experience in Insurance or Healthcare is a strong plus. What we offer Base Salary + Performance Bonus Structure 4 weeks PTO Home Office Stipend Wellness, Performance Coaching & Education Allowance Locality: Remote first company + co-work space allowance Application details Location: Canada (remote). #J-18808-Ljbffr