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Financial Controller

GoFor - 6 Jobs
Ottawa, ON
Remote
Full-time
Management
Company Benefits
Flexible Work
Posted 15 days ago
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About Us:

Help GoFor Deliver Better™
This is the GoForce. We want motivated employees, but more than that we want people driven by caring, commitment, and the sense that we can deliver better.
Our GoFor model of last-mile delivery is different than what came before. Using electric vehicles, carbon offsets, empowered drivers, and smart packaging, we offer a carbon free, renewable delivery™ program that sets new standards for the industry.
We want the people who work with us to think big and help us grow. To understand how great service can help us deliver more than packages. To believe that the last mile needs to be better equipped to serve the environment as well as the customers.
If you are skilled, thoughtful, enthusiastic, and self driven — join our team.
At GoFor, we prize diversity, respect what you bring to the job, and have made it our mission to make communities more livable. Let's deliver better ™, together.

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller of Finance to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial activities of the company and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations. The Financial Controller will play a key role in providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making and driving the company's financial growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Oversee all financial operations including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  2. Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
  3. Manage the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  4. Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
  5. Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance to support effective cash management and decision-making.
  6. Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate completion of audits and tax filings.
  7. Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives.
  8. Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices, and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
  9. Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
  • 10 years of experience in financial management, with a proven track record of success in a similar role, preferably in the logistics industry.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis techniques, and internal controls.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
  • Proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At GoFor, we value differences. We believe that success is achieved by pulling together all talents from all sources. We are dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce with varied experiences, perspectives, and opinions. We believe diversity helps our team perform better and enables us to build an outstanding product for our customers. We also believe that each and every single one of us can change the World. We're dedicated to matching our talents with the best opportunity for them.

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Accommodation:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.


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