<p>Are you an experienced finance leader with a passion for strategic analysis and driving operational excellence? Do you excel in complex, multi-site environments and seek to make a measurable impact in a dynamic organization? Our client is seeking a Finance & Administration Controller to join their team and champion financial stewardship and process optimization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the accounting close process, ensuring accuracy in journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, management reports, budgets, and performance dashboards.</li><li>Manage cash flow, maintain banking relationships, and negotiate financing agreements.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Analysis & Planning</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with department managers on budget development and forecasting.</li><li>Evaluate financial performance and offer recommendations to maximize profitability and efficiency.</li><li>Design and implement financial policies and procedures in alignment with company strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership & Development</strong></p><ul><li>Recruit, train, and coach accounting staff.</li><li>Set objectives, monitor team performance, and manage schedules and priorities.</li><li>Foster a collaborative corporate culture reflecting organizational values.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure adherence to accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Administer insurance coverage and assess organizational risk exposure.</li><li>Lead the coordination of internal and external audits to ensure operational integrity.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Digital Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Play a key role in ERP system implementation for finance operations.</li><li>Standardize and streamline accounting processes across Canadian branches.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise logistics for special events.</li><li>Manage business travel and oversee administrative functions including lease renewals, contract management, purchasing, customer support, and related activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Stay up-to-date with evolving accounting and tax regulations.</li><li>Undertake additional tasks as assigned by leadership.</li></ul><p><br></p>
