Are you a financial expert looking to make an impact? We're on the hunt for a driven and experienced Financial Controller to join a team. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee all aspects of our accounting functions, manage day-to-day operations, and collaborate with leadership to drive financial success. If you're passionate about accounting and ready to take on an exciting challenge, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and provide guidance to the accounting department, including overseeing AP/AR, payroll, and bookkeeping tasks.
• Manage in-house payroll and handle full-cycle accounting on a daily basis.
• Ensure accurate remittance for payroll, and other applicable taxes when required.
• Oversee the management of working capital and cash flow, adjusting for dynamic changes in the business.
• Prepare, review, and approve GST returns and other necessary remittances.
• Administer employee benefit plans
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports, including cash flow, balance sheets, income statements, and comparative analyses.
• Prepare year-end working papers and work closely with external accountants to assist with audits.
• Design and implement internal controls, systems, and procedures to maintain operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with management to address accounting and administrative issues, ensuring their needs are met.
• Maintain existing relationships with external financial institutions and banking partners.
• Handle administrative duties, such as assisting with customer payments, answering phone inquiries, and resolving AP/AR issues.

Requirements:

• CPA designation or enrollment in the CPA program, with 4-6 years of experience in an SME environment in Canada.
• Proficient in accounting software, with preference for SAGE 300 ERP or Sage ACCPAC.
• Experience dealing with the CRA and other related authorities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and utilize resources efficiently.
• Intermediate knowledge of payroll functions.
• Proven leadership capabilities, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Quick to adapt to new ERP systems (experience with Acumatica is a plus)
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• In-depth understanding of the Canadian taxation system.

Ready to make your mark as a key player in our financial operations? If you're eager to take on new challenges and contribute to the growth and success of a dynamic organization, we'd love to hear from you!