accounting controller

Government of Canada; Saint-Lambert; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Montérégie, Saint-Lambert, is seeking an experienced accounting supervisor. The role requires overseeing financial operations, managing a team of 3-4 staff, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Applicants should have a college diploma in accounting and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in finance. Strong skills in accounting software, MS Office, and communication are essential. This position is strictly on-site, with no remote work options available.

Benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Ability to supervise 3-4 staff members.
• Strong analytical skills for financial records.

Responsibilities

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Supervise, train, and arrange training for staff.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards.
• Keep financial records and maintain various accounts.
• Oversee payroll administration.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Private sector

Responsibilities Tasks

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Supervise staff
• Train staff
• Analyze clients' financial records
• Arrange training for staff
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Oversee payroll administration

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• MS Office
• MS Excel

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)