Financial Controller

Position Summary

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the organization's full-cycle accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, effective internal controls and timely completion of all accounting activities.

This role manages accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, month-end and year-end close processes, treasury functions, financial statement preparation, and audit support. The Financial Controller works closely with management, banking partners, external auditors, and cross-functional teams to support business objectives and maintain financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Manage all aspects of full-cycle accounting, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting.
• Prepare, review, and post month-end journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation, analysis, and continuous improvement of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare month-end and year-end account reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Support management with financial analysis and reporting to facilitate decision-making.

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Cash Management

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Update and maintain biweekly accounts payable cash flow forecasts and reporting.
• Process monthly wire payments and ensure appropriate approvals and supporting documentation are maintained.
• Monitor cash balances and support treasury management activities.

Payroll Administration

• Administer and record biweekly payroll transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure payroll accounting records are complete and aligned with payroll reports and statutory requirements.

Month-End Close & Journal Entries

• Prepare and post month-end Visa journal entries.
• Prepare and record management fee accruals and intercompany loan interest entries.
• Review accounting transactions to ensure proper classification and accuracy.
• Participate in the month-end close process and ensure deadlines are consistently met.

Fixed Asset Management

• Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure additions, disposals, and transfers are accurately recorded.
• Prepare monthly depreciation calculations and post related journal entries.
• Reconcile fixed asset balances and provide supporting schedules as required.

Regulatory Compliance & Remittances

• Calculate and file monthly WSIB, EHT remittances in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit quarterly Euler sales declarations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax, regulatory, and reporting requirements.

Audit & Tax Support

• Prepare and submit monthly provincial tax filings, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and filing deadlines.
• Prepare year-end working papers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for external auditors.
• Support annual financial statement audits by providing accurate and timely documentation, analyses, and responses to audit inquiries.
• Assist in the preparation and completion of annual corporate tax filings and related tax schedules.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with statutory and reporting obligations.
• Support annual audit and tax filing requirements for US entity.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and accounting regulations and assist in implementing necessary process updates to maintain compliance.
• Ensure all tax remittances, regulatory filings, and audit requirements are completed accurately and within established deadlines.

U.S. Operations Support

• Assist in the completion of annual audit and tax filing requirements.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Process wire payments and maintain proper supporting documentation.
• Support financial reporting and accounting activities related to U.S. operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation (or working towards CPA) is considered a strong asset.

Experience

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with responsibility for full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial sectors is an asset.
• Experience supporting multiple entities and intercompany transactions is preferred.
• Experience working with external auditors, banks, and regulatory agencies.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Experience with payroll accounting, bank reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, and month-end close processes.
• Knowledge of WSIB remittances and regulatory compliance requirements.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Pay: $115,000.00-$117,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Experience:

• progressive accounting : 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person