<p><strong>Job Overview:</strong></p><p> An emerging business is seeking a passionate and experienced Controller to lead its finance operations. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Controller will hold a critical leadership role, overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, payroll, risk management, and operational finance. This position demands both a hands-on mentality and strategic insight, ensuring the integrity and timeliness of all financial processes and reporting.</p><p>As a Controller, you will provide coaching and mentoring to a small but dynamic finance team while delivering analysis and recommendations vital to business decisions. You will also support ERP implementation and manage financial systems effectively to ensure seamless operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Leadership & Management:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Supervise and develop a finance team, including full-time and part-time staff.</li><li>Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, providing regular updates, analysis, and recommendations.</li><li>Prepare monthly financial presentations for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Financial Reporting & Compliance:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Monitor month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Manage financial compliance with ASPE standards while preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.</li><li>Supervise CRA filings, corporate taxes, payroll remittances, and annual filings.</li><li>Maintain robust internal controls and documentation processes.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Treasury & Cash Flow Management:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Communicate regularly with corporate banks and oversee operational banking.</li><li>Collaborate on capital planning and maintain rolling weekly cash flows.</li><li>Prepare liquidity KPIs and align payment schedules with available resources and priorities.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles.</li><li>Deliver executive summaries with financial insights to support decision-making.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Cost Accounting & Inventory Control:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Oversee cost accounting processes, inventory valuation, landed cost analysis, and gross margin analyses.</li><li>Ensure accuracy in freight and brokerage charges and support operational decisions with financial insights.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Payroll & Employee Cost Oversight:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Approve payroll processes and maintain compliance with CRA payroll remittance requirements.</li><li>Manage controls for vacation accruals, bonuses, and WSIB accounts.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Financial Systems & ERP Implementation:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Manage QuickBooks Enterprise system and drive ERP implementation processes to enable efficiencies.</li></ul><p>Oversee AP/AR function</p>
<p>Our Fintech client is seeking a Controller to manage and enhance there financial and accounting operations in Mississauga, Ontario. This role demands a proactive leader who can ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, uphold strong internal controls, and contribute to the strategic growth of the company. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in accounting within dynamic environments such as fintech, payments or fast-growing businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger management, payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, and month-end closing activities.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver precise financial statements in compliance with applicable standards and company policies.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow, perform reconciliations, and manage intercompany transactions to ensure seamless operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with department leaders to develop and refine budgeting and forecasting processes.</p><p>• Analyze financial performance against budgets and provide actionable insights to enhance cost efficiency.</p><p>• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Coordinate audit processes and support tax filings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.</p><p>• Partner with other teams to align financial strategies with broader organizational goals and evaluate new business opportunities.</p><p>• Mentor and guide the accounting and finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.</p><p>• Drive improvements in financial systems, documentation, and automation processes to optimize workflow.</p>
Niagara Region: Thorold, Pelham, Fort Erie, Pt Colborne, ON
onsite
Permanent
130000.00 - 150000.00CAD / Yearly
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Controller to oversee financial operations within our client's manufacturing facility in the Niagara, Ontario region. The ideal candidate will manage accounting functions, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and provide insightful reporting to support strategic decision-making. This role is integral to maintaining accurate financial records and driving cost efficiency. This role is ON SITE with some hybrid allowance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, to ensure accurate and timely information is available.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close processes, ensuring all accounts are reconciled and financial statements are prepared.</p><p>• Implement and monitor cost accounting practices to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial reports to provide insights and support decision-making for plant management.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with operational goals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulations within the manufacturing environment.</p><p>• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to address specific business challenges and opportunities.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor the accounting team, fostering growth and maintaining high performance.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems to streamline processes and enhance financial data accuracy.</p>
<p>We are seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function for a growing Canadian business operating multiple locations nationally. This role will oversee all financial reporting, analysis, governance, and strategic financial support for the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience working with multi-unit operations, and a proactive business partnering mindset. The Controller will liaise closely with senior leadership teams both locally and internationally, and will manage relationships with outsourced service providers for transactional and operational accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for the Canadian business</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies</li><li>Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and review outsourced operational accounting work</li><li>Coordinate audit and tax engagements in partnership with external advisors</li><li>Maintain internal controls and support continuous improvement of financial processes</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Provide leadership with insights on business performance, KPIs, and profitability of clinic locations</li><li>Support decision-making through financial modeling and scenario analysis</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to optimize financial outcomes and ensure accountability on budgets</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and working capital requirements</li><li>Review payroll, AP/AR, and revenue recognition processes executed by outsourced providers</li><li>Support expansion initiatives including financial evaluations and integration of new locations</li><li>Ensure accuracy and effectiveness of financial systems and data flows</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to automate or streamline reporting and accounting processes</li><li>Champion best practices in finance operations</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Controller to join our client's team in Kitchener, Ontario. In this role, you will act as a trusted financial partner, providing strategic insights and analytics to enhance profitability and drive company performance. You will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and support the development of accounting staff, contributing to the organization’s long-term success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage financial reporting and business control functions for designated operating areas, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Review, analyze, and enhance systems and control processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the finance department.</p><p>• Communicate the company’s financial status and tax position to senior management and functional leaders.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with external statutory regulations and internal corporate policies.</p><p>• Partner closely with operations and sales teams, regularly visiting business locations to monitor performance and recommend improvements.</p><p>• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and actual financial reports in collaboration with various departments.</p><p>• Develop and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to focus on operational performance and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Advise senior management on actions needed to enhance financial results and achieve budgetary goals.</p><p>• Assist in creating business cases for capital expenditure projects to support strategic initiatives.</p>
<p>The Plant Controller, reporting to the CFO, is a strategic business partner responsible for the financial management and reporting of a manufacturing plant. This role involves overseeing accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial analysis to ensure the financial health of the plant while achieving business objectives. The Plant Controller will work closely with plant leadership, providing financial insights and guidance to drive decision-making and operational efficiency.</p><p><strong>Key Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.</li><li>Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.</li><li>Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.</li><li>Leadership mindset with the ability to manage a cross-departmental team effectively.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Management & Planning:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and manage the financial plans, budgets, and forecasts for the manufacturing plant.</li><li>Provide monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis and recommendations for cost savings </li></ul><p><strong>Cost Accounting:</strong></p><ul><li>Establish, monitor, and maintain cost accounting systems to track production costs, inventory valuation, and efficiency improvements.</li><li>Perform analysis to identify areas for optimizing performance and cost reduction strategies.</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Support:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate directly with plant management to drive financial insights into operational decisions.</li><li>Serve as a business partner to department heads, ensuring alignment of financial and strategic goals </li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Controls:</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure financial compliance with company policies, internal controls, and external regulations.</li><li>Lead audits and implement recommendations to resolve gaps in financial controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and mentor finance department staff at the plant, fostering professional growth.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between accounting, production, and other departments to improve financial outcomes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join our leadership team and report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this critical position, you will oversee the company’s daily financial operations, ensure the accurate and timely delivery of financial reports, and lead efforts around cash flow planning, forecasting, and internal controls. You will also play a key role in mentoring and supporting our Finance team and senior management, helping to drive our organization’s financial success and sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and execute cash flow planning, reporting, and forecasting to ensure the financial health of the organization.</li><li>Manage banking operations, including the review and approval of financial payments, transfers, and transactions.</li><li>Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial record-keeping.</li><li>Direct and manage the AR (Accounts Receivable), AP (Accounts Payable), and Financial Accounting teams to achieve exceptional organizational efficiency and performance.</li><li>Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations to maximize the effectiveness of the Finance team across all company entities.</li><li>Generate and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP, and ensure internal controls adhere to generally accepted auditing standards.</li><li>Monitor and optimize the organization’s financial system to meet both current and future business demands.</li><li>Collaborate closely with senior management to deliver critical financial insights and support department objectives.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and analysis processes to provide actionable recommendations for growth and improvement.</li><li>Lead the year-end financial review process with external auditors, analyze audit results, and initiate process improvements where needed.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and enforce internal controls and company policies to effectively safeguard organizational assets.</li><li>Ensure the organization remains compliant with statutory and legal financial requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
