One of the top 100 Employers in Canada currently has a great opportunity for an Assistant Controller. You will be reporting to the Director of Finance and will be responsible for the financial aspect of the company.

Your responsibilities

• Manage operational accounting teams, including Accounts Payable
• Support financial planning & analysis tasks including budgeting, forecasting, and modelling
• Drive the development of new systems, including AP, AR, and Purchasing to support automation, process improvements, and reporting tools
• Review and prepare financial reports, perform monthly, quarterly and year-end analyses
• Monitor cash balances and forecasts, advising leadership team of anticipated points of concern
• Maintain a financial closure calendar to inform parties of necessary deadlines
• Drive the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices
• Align procedures and policies with best practices and changes in GAAP and external regulations
• Schedule and direct periodic audits of accounts, financial transactions and other fiduciary
• Support tax and other statutory compliance and filing requirements
• Research accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles
• Manage and control internal and external risk and plan for risk mitigation
• Oversee the training and development of operational accounting team, providing feedback, opportunities for growth and succession planning

Your experience and skills

• Minimum 5 years combined experience in auditing, accounting, finance and/or consulting
• CPA Designation is required
• Someone from the Big 4 would be an asset
• Solid understanding of GAAP is a must
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience developing new systems and implementing process improvements
• Experience managing teams directly or indirectly (i.e. leading project team)
• Strong proficiency using MS Office programs, especially Excel
• Able to work under limited supervision
• Excellent time management, organization and team management skills
• Able to multi-task, analyze information, and resolve problems in a fast-paced organization

if you enjoy work life balance and flexible work schedules and other excellent perks, this position is for you. Please send your resume to [email protected]

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