A publicly listed mining company in Toronto, ON is seeking a Controller for a 4-month contract. This position is ideal for a seasoned finance professional with expertise in reporting, IFRS compliance, and audit management, especially within the mining or resource sector.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will oversee the preparation and submission of annual financial statements for multiple international subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with jurisdiction-specific requirements. This role involves managing annual audit cycles, maintaining full compliance with international and Canadian financial standards, and establishing robust internal controls and accounting policies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the preparation and submission of annual financial statements for multiple international subsidiaries, in line with jurisdiction-specific requirements.
- Manage annual audit cycles—liaising with external auditors, coordinating supporting documentation, and navigating audit inquiries.
- Maintain full compliance with international and Canadian financial standards, including active monitoring of regulatory updates and integration of new accounting pronouncements.
- Establish and refine internal controls, accounting policies, and procedural documentation to ensure robust reporting practices.
- Deliver timely and insightful financial reports for leadership, board members, and key stakeholders to guide strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate across departments on financial considerations tied to acquisitions, divestitures, and other complex business transactions.
- Mentor and lead the finance team, cultivating a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability.
- Evaluate the impact of evolving regulatory frameworks and communicate implications across business units.
- Provide technical guidance on accounting treatment and disclosures for operational and strategic activities.
- Champion automation and reporting enhancements to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
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- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- Extensive experience in financial management, including international financial reporting and compliance.
- Proven track record of managing audit cycles and liaising with external auditors.
- Strong knowledge of international and Canadian financial standards and regulatory updates.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and communicate complex financial information clearly.
- Proficiency in financial software and automation tools.