<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is a Toronto-based family office managing a diverse and complex portfolio of investments across multiple entities. They are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for the group. This role is ideal for a hands-on, technically strong accounting professional who thrives in smaller, dynamic environments and is comfortable navigating complex investment structures. The Controller will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and control across the organization while acting as a trusted partner to ownership and senior stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes across multiple legal entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (ASPE and/or IFRS, as applicable)</li><li>Ensure timely, accurate, and consistent reporting across all entities</li><li>Oversee accounting for a broad range of investments (e.g., private equity, real estate, marketable securities, structured investments, intercompany arrangements)</li><li>Manage fair value measurements, capital activity, distributions, and complex journal entries</li><li>Work closely with external advisors on valuation, tax structuring, and investment reporting</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations</li><li>Maintain entity-level financial integrity while supporting consolidated reporting</li><li>Ensure proper documentation and controls across entities</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting efficiency, and system usage</li><li>Act as a key point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, and external consultants</li><li>Provide oversight and mentorship to junior accounting staff </li><li>Partner closely with ownership, investment teams, and external advisors</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders</li></ul>
