Senior Manager, Accounting

Senior Manager, Accounting – Finance (Full Time Permanent)

The Canadian Mental Health Association – Toronto is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this position leads and develops the accounting team, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations and the delivery of timely, accurate financial reporting. The Senior Manager, Finance will also champion process improvements and strengthen financial systems as the organization continues to grow and evolve.

Location: 700 Lawrence Ave. W

Hiring Salary Range: $91,360 - $100,114

Hours of Work: 35 per week 

About CMHA Toronto

CMHA Toronto is the city's leading community mental health agency. We provide accessible, quality care for Toronto residents through programs, research and advocacy that create belonging and hope. At CMHA Toronto, we take a client-first, recovery-oriented approach to supporting people and their families when they experience mental health challenges or live with mental illness. By integrating health and social care, we provide services that aid in long-term wellness including housing, employment, community connections and so much more. Our goal? Help everyone thrive in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Accounting Team, including Payroll, in alignment with organizational policies.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all financial information and reporting.
• Monitors and controls the assets of CMHA Toronto, ensures that management controls are in place and utilized at all times 
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Manage month end and year end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate reporting in accordance with Canadian GAAP (and related guidelines)
• Oversee preparation and filing of HST/GST returns in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Manage relationships and reporting requirements with financial institutions.
• Lead year end audit activities and coordinate all required schedules with external auditors.
• Serve as the business owner for the finance ERP (e.g., NetSuite), including chart of accounts governance, system controls, and reporting automation.
• Perform additional duties related to the effective operation of the Finance function.
• Operational Functions
• Collaborate with Financial Reporting, Budget, and other teams to enhance financial policies, procedures, and business rules.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring timely payments and efficient collections.
• Provide organization wide guidance on financial accounting policies and procedures.
• Act as subject matter expert on Ontario Health Reporting Standards (OHRS) and support compliance across the organization.
• Collaborate with Financial Reporting and Budgeting, and other teams to enhance financial policies, procedures, and business rules.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring timely payments and efficient collections.
• Provide organization‑wide guidance on financial accounting policies and procedures.
• Act as subject matter expert on Ontario Health Reporting Standards (OHRS) and support compliance across the organization.
• Support additional operational needs to ensure effective delivery of finance and accounting services.

CMHA Toronto's ideal candidate will have:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field 
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of general accounting experience 
• Minimum two (2) years of people management experience 
• Proven working experience as Accounting Supervisor, Accounting Manager, or Finance Manager. 
• Expert understanding & knowledge of accounting principles (Canadian GAAP), practices, standards, laws and regulation
• Understanding of legislation related to Canadian charities
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas)
• Experience with Great Plains and other financial systems as well as familiarity with ERP platforms such as NetSuite or Business Central (asset)
• Strong time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and delegating effectively
• Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing teams through change
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities

If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement.

Our benefits include:

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income upon retirement 
• Comprehensive Group Health Insurance – Health, Dental, Vision, Paramedicals 
• Short-term and Long-term Disability programs and life insurance to protect your income upon illness or injury 
• Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you 
• Annual Professional Development Funding for career learning and advancement 
• Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health service delivery 
• Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference 

CMHA Toronto is an award-winning workplace committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, empathy, and accountability. Our staff value the flexibility in work schedules, the emphasis on work-life balance, and the organization's commitment to continuous learning through training and development opportunities. Many employees highlight the strong sense of community and support that make CMHA Toronto feel like more than just a workplace—it feels like a family.

As an equity-informed employer, CMHA Toronto reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from equity-deserving candidates, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized individuals, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women. We recognize and honour the intersectionality of equity-based identities. Personal experience with mental health challenges, whether firsthand or through a loved one, is considered an asset. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please inform us before the interview if you require an accommodation.

To be eligible for this role candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination. 

CMHA Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Important Disclosure:

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process. 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

CMHA Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.