<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Controller </p><p> <strong>Industry:</strong> Produce / Food Distribution</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Etobicoke, 5 days onsite</p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p> Our client, a growing produce company, is seeking a hands-on Controller to support core accounting operations and monthly financial reporting. This role will initially focus on basic accounts payable functions, bank reconciliations, and general ledger activities in support of the monthly financial close. </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, managing day-to-day accounting responsibilities, and growing into a leadership position. Working arrangement for this role is 5 days onsite. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform basic accounts payable functions, including invoice review, coding, and processing</li><li>Prepare and complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and month-end close activities</li><li>Assist with ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data</li><li>Monitor cash activity and support accounting operations tied to daily transactions</li><li>Partner with leadership on process improvements and accounting workflow efficiencies</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Full ownership of monthly financial reporting</li><li>Monitoring currency purchases and related activity</li><li>Oversight of bank reconciliations and general accounting operations</li><li>Leadership of the accounting team, including direct management of A/R, A/P, and the Accounting Manager</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>7+ years experience with accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger accounting</li><li>Strong understanding of month-end close and financial statement support</li><li>Ability to work independently in a hands-on role</li><li>Experience in produce, food distribution, agriculture, or inventory-based environments is preferred</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to grow into a leadership role and manage accounting operations</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Background:</strong></p><ul><li>Progressive accounting experience with increasing responsibility</li><li>Experience supporting or owning monthly financials</li><li>Familiarity with currency activity, cash management, or multi-currency environments is a plus</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Etobicoke, ON
- onsite
- Temporary
- 45.6 - 52.8 CAD / Hourly
- <p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Controller </p><p> <strong>Industry:</strong> Produce / Food Distribution</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Etobicoke, 5 days onsite</p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p> Our client, a growing produce company, is seeking a hands-on Controller to support core accounting operations and monthly financial reporting. This role will initially focus on basic accounts payable functions, bank reconciliations, and general ledger activities in support of the monthly financial close. </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, managing day-to-day accounting responsibilities, and growing into a leadership position. Working arrangement for this role is 5 days onsite. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform basic accounts payable functions, including invoice review, coding, and processing</li><li>Prepare and complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and month-end close activities</li><li>Assist with ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data</li><li>Monitor cash activity and support accounting operations tied to daily transactions</li><li>Partner with leadership on process improvements and accounting workflow efficiencies</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Full ownership of monthly financial reporting</li><li>Monitoring currency purchases and related activity</li><li>Oversight of bank reconciliations and general accounting operations</li><li>Leadership of the accounting team, including direct management of A/R, A/P, and the Accounting Manager</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z