Assistant Controller

We are seeking a strategic accounting leader to oversee and manage our corporate accounting operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of their teams’ day-to-day operations, while maintaining compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a CPA designation, experience in corporate accounting, and a proven track record of driving process improvements and operational efficiency.
The Assistant Controller is responsible for managing the company's accounting functions, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures as well as the preparation of financial statements and reporting for senior managers.

Your contribution to the team:

• Manage the accounting operations including the review of journal entries, accounts payable, and reporting.
• Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure accounting activities are in accordance with established legal, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.
• Work with operations to define, measure, analyze, improve, and control current processes which impact customer quality and influence internal operating efficiency.
• Provide information to help senior management make informed decisions.
• Work with external auditors.
• Prepare and present financial information for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial information.
• Implement and manage internal controls with respect to financial policies, processes and procedures.
• Provide advice and guidance on all accounting matters including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting.
• Set the priorities within the accounting group.
• Coordinate the mid-term and year-end audit and preparation of audited financial statements.
• Hire, train, mentor, and supervise accounting staff.

What you need to be successful:  

• A university degree in Business or Accounting; a professional accounting designation (CPA) or advanced degree is an asset.
• 3+ years of experience with full-cycle corporate accounting and financial statement reporting.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Experience overseeing external audits and working with audit firms.
• Management and supervisory experience, with the ability to lead and support a team.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and applications.
• Solid understanding of budget preparation and analysis techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and ERP systems.
• Strong critical thinking, logical reasoning, and analytical skills.
• Ability to adapt to and learn new software quickly.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to collaborate across teams and present financial insights clearly.

• Employer paid extended health, vision, and dental coverage (including family)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Yearly health and wellness benefit
• RPP eligibility after 1 year
• Employee recognition program
• In-house professional development opportunities