Sr. Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions & Special Projects (Finance)

SCOPE Reporting directly to the Director, Finance & Administration the Sr. Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions & Special Projects will take on a management role within the Accounting team. This role will be a key partner for the Finance team representing the team on all customer facing finance related matters. They will lead the team as it relates to managing the transition and purchase price allocation of acquisitions, overseeing full cycle accounting and reporting for the co-owned group of clinics as well as other ad-hoc exercises, and thought leadership. This role will allow the successful candidate to apply their existing accounting knowledge, learn new functions, develop their accounting and management skill set and manage a team of 2 direct reports and an off-shore team of accountants. SUCCESS CRITERIA Successful execution of acquisitions and special projects: Leads acquisition transitions end-to-end, including accurate and timely purchase price allocations, seamless integration into financial systems, and delivery of high-quality accounting and reporting with minimal disruption to operations. Strong financial leadership and stakeholder partnership: Serves as a trusted finance partner on all customer-facing finance matters, providing clear guidance, sound judgment, and thoughtful recommendations while representing the Accounting team with professionalism and credibility. Effective people leadership and capability building: Develops, coaches, and manages a high-performing team of four direct reports, fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and strong technical competency while contributing thought leadership and process enhancements across the Finance function. RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACTIVITIES Management Mange and mentor a team of two Accounting Associates and an offshore accounting team Provide support and share learnings with team members Act as the subject matter expert for all acquisition accounting related matters Acquisitions Partner with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams (Legal, Operations, FP&A) to support due diligence, evaluate deal structures, and identify financial risks and opportunities. Drive continuous improvement of acquisition accounting processes, documentation, and controls to support scalability and future growth. Participate in full acquisition cycle to develop the proper transition plan Lead the end-to-end financial integration of acquisitions, including transition planning, opening balance sheets, purchase price allocation, and post-acquisition accounting under IFRS. Ensure timely and accurate setup of acquired entities in financial systems, including chart of accounts, controls, and reporting frameworks. Provide clear, actionable financial insights on acquisition performance, synergies, and post-close results to support strategic decision-making. Ensure interim accounting between close and integration is correct Prepare necessary documentation to be shared with HQ, outlining the details of acquisitions and the accompanying PPA Prepare quarterly/annual acquisition notes and documentation When necessary, prepare and share any necessary documentation for auditors Co-Ownership Accounting Liase with the offshore accounting team to oversee full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for co-owned clinics, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely month-end close. Prepare the annual budget to be shared with co-owners Manage equity accounting, profit-sharing arrangements (dividends), and partner settlements, ensuring transparency and strong relationships with co-ownership partners. Act as the primary finance point of contact for co-owners, responding to inquiries and explaining financial results in a clear, business-focused manner. Monitor financial performance, identify trends or variances, and provide insights to support operational and strategic decisions. Strengthen internal controls, processes, and documentation related to co-ownership accounting to reduce risk and support audit readiness. Ensure PST, HST and EHT returns are calculated correctly and filed on time Prepare and file T2s for co-owned clinics Review/ Prepare quarterly reporting to be shared with co-owners REQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND CONSIDERATIONS University degree in Business/ Accounting CPA with minimum 5 years industry experience or equivalent Advanced Microsoft Excel Strong communication and problem solving skills OUR VALUES The incumbent is required to behave in accordance with our Demant Values: We create trust – We value the opinions of our customers and colleagues. We promote a work environment based on inclusion, honesty, integrity and respect. We always keep our promises. We are team players – We collaborate and network effectively across the whole organization. We take initiative and help each other to achieve our ambitious goals. We create innovative solutions – We challenge ourselves to improve and find new, value-adding solutions. We are curious to share ideas and insights to increase our collective innovativeness. We apply a can-do-attitude – We always look for opportunities to win the business and do our best to add value to our customers. We find solutions and act. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES At HearingLife Canada, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. HearingLife Canada is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Should you require an accommodation throughout the interview process please do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team today. #LI-BH1 #LI-Hybrid #Hearinglife_Canada About Hearing Life HearingLife Canada, and National Affiliated Partners, is the largest provider of hearing healthcare service in Canada. Working in unison with the National Campaign for Better Hearing's awareness campaign (campaignforbetterhearing.org), our core philosophy is to provide life-changing hearing care while increasing awareness of the effects of hearing loss and the benefits of hearing devices. Across Canada, HearingLife consists of over 300 hearing healthcare clinics and nearly 900 dedicated professionals proudly united behind one simple vision, “To help more people hear better.” Accommodation HearingLife Canada is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. HearingLife Canada is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please clearly indicate in your application any accommodations you will require throughout the recruitment process. 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