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Job posting – Accounting Manager
The Hellenic Community of Greater Montreal (HCGM) is seeking an Accounting Manager to join its team and actively contribute to the sound financial management and sustainability of the organization. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing accounting and financial operations, developing budgets and forecasts, and ensuring regulatory and tax compliance. This is a full-time permanent position (40 hours per week).
Location: 5777 Wilderton Avenue, Montreal (Quebec), H3S 2V7
Start Date: November 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial and budget management: Develop, monitor, and analyze annual budgets, ensure rigorous management of financial resources, and prepare financial reports for management and the Board of Directors.
- Accounting supervision: Oversee full-cycle accounting (AR, AP, reconciliations, journal entries, payroll, consolidated financial statements) and ensure compliance with not-for-profit accounting standards.
- Team supervision: Lead, train, and support the accounting team to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in financial and administrative processes.
- Treasury and audits: Manage cash flow and liquidity, prepare documentation for external audits, and maintain strong internal controls.
- Tax and compliance: Prepare and file government and tax reports (GST/QST, T4/RL-1, T4A, school slips, etc.), ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations.
- Analysis and strategy: Conduct financial analyses, modeling, and forecasting to support strategic decision-making and contribute to long-term planning.
- Interdepartmental support: Collaborate with various sectors (education, cultural, religious, real estate, etc.) to optimize financial and operational resource management.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Education: University degree in accounting, finance, or related field. CPA designation required.
- Professional experience: Minimum of 5 years in financial management, including at least 2 in a leadership role, ideally in a not-for-profit or multi-entity structure.
- Technical expertise: Strong knowledge of NPO accounting standards, Quebec and Canadian taxation, budget planning, consolidation, and treasury management.
- Technology skills: Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks, Acomba, or equivalent).
- Languages: Fluency in French and English required; knowledge of Greek is an asset.
- Interpersonal skills: Collaborative leadership, attention to detail, organizational skills, and discretion.
Conditions and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (indicative range: $75,000 – $95,000/year)
- Permanent, full-time position within a major community organization
- Participation in group insurance and benefits program
- Dynamic, collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
If you are looking for a challenging opportunity, we invite you to submit your application before October 25, 2025.
Please send your CV along with a cover letter to the following address: [email protected]
The Hellenic Community of Greater Montreal (HCGM) is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the Greek heritage within Greater Montreal. It offers educational, religious, social, and cultural programs to strengthen community ties and support members at all stages of life. Commitment to solidarity, mutual aid, and personal development is at the heart of its mission. The HCGM is an employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates, promoting diversity and inclusion within its team. The masculine gender is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of simplifying the text.
For more information, please call: 514-738-2421 ext. 115
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