Senior Accounting Manager

Role: Senior Accounting Manager

Business Unit: Finance

Reports to: Chaoran Wang, VP Finance https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaoranwang/

Scope of Job: Individual Contributor

About Cinchy:

Cinchy is a data network that enables teams, systems, and AI to securely manage and share data across the organization in real time—eliminating the need for complex and costly integrations.

With simplified data management and real-time bidirectional updates across the network, Cinchy streamlines ERP and CRM consolidations, accelerates digital transformation, maximizes AI, and provides a single view customer 360, all with embedded data level access controls and governance. 

We are a growing company of builders, innovators, and collaborators who believe in the power of freeing data to unlock potential.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our dynamic finance team. In this critical role, you will be at the forefront of managing our accounting operations while providing strategic financial insights that support our company’s growth and long-term success. You will not only safeguard the company’s financial health but will also drive operational efficiency, optimize accounting processes, and collaborate directly with leadership to shape key financial strategies. This is a unique opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on Cinchy’s strategic objectives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Own and drive end-to-end accounting operations, including general ledger management, transaction recording, and the accurate preparation of monthly financial statements.

- Lead and take full ownership of the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring data completeness, accuracy, and timely reporting.

- Oversee tax-related activities, including managing Canadian and US corporate tax compliance, navigating cross-border tax regulations, and driving SR&ED tax credit claims to completion.

- Take charge of treasury functions, including managing cash flow forecasting, overseeing bank reconciliations, and optimizing working capital to ensure financial stability.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, leading the audit process and ensuring smooth coordination and compliance.

- Develop, implement, and strengthen internal controls, ensuring they align with best practices and safeguard the company’s financial assets.

- Collaborate with FP&A teams to lead the provision of actionable financial insights, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making across the organization.

- Provide backup support to the Finance Operations Manager across billing, AP, AR, and payroll functions, ensuring continuity in financial operations as needed.

- Drive continuous improvements and automation within the accounting function, identifying opportunities to optimize workflows, increase efficiency, and scale processes effectively.

- Provide leadership in offering actionable financial recommendations to the executive team, driving business strategy and decision-making.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with operational teams to ensure financial processes and insights align with the company’s overall goals and strategy.

What You Will Bring:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent designation preferred.

- 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance operations, with specific experience in tech/SaaS, start-up, or scale-up environments.

- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and tax regulations (both Canadian and US).Proven experience in managing accounting functions end-to-end, from day-to-day operations to high-level strategic input.

- Hands-on experience with financial systems and tools (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Excel/Google Sheets) and the ability to optimize workflows and implement automation solutions.

- A customer-centric mindset, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders and senior leadership.

- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Proactive problem-solving skills, with a focus on driving improvements and optimizing processes for scale.

- A passion for contributing to a high-growth company, with the ability to work both hands-on and at a strategic level.

Key Results - 30/60/90 Day Plan:

First 30 Days (Learning and Integration): Understand financial operations, build relationships, and assess current processes.

60 Days (Contributing and Optimizing): Take ownership of key responsibilities, identify process improvements, and support strategic initiatives.

90 Days (Driving Impact and Strategy): Fully own accounting operations, deliver strategic insights, and contribute to long-term financial goals.

Hiring Process:

Talent Screen (30-minute online meeting).

Technical Fit Interview/Exercise (60-90 minutes).

Team Fit Interview (60 minutes).

Reference Check and Offer.

Who You'll Meet:

Julia Duffy - VP, Employee Success

Chaoran Wang - VP, Finance

Peter MacGinley - Fractional CFO

Saskia Bec - Finance Operations Manager

Our Values:

At Cinchy, we are driven by these core values:

- Customer Centricity: We are here to bring value to our customers and to be true partners, guiding them to long-term sustainable value, not just fulfilling short-term wants.

- Flexibility: The way it has always been done might not be the best way to do it. We are adaptable and open to new ways of doing things, both for our customers and within our teams. This includes being open to change, iterating, and learning from failures.

- Accountability: We are 100% accountable for our actions and commitments. We take ownership, are transparent, and learn from our mistakes. We strive to deliver outcomes and fix our errors, focusing on what drives long-term value for Cinchy and our customers.

- Teamwork: There is only one goal – we work together as one Cinchy team to achieve our annual operating plan (AOP). Individual and team goals are secondary; if they differ, they are misaligned and should be fixed. We are a symbiotic team and must collaborate cross-functionally to achieve customer and Cinchy value.

- Open Communication: We can argue and discuss with respect and open candor, but once a decision is made, that is the path. No back doors and second-guessing. We are committed to transparency and solving problems cross-functionally.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We provide accommodations upon request.