Assistant Controller

Ruthven Greenhouse Construction Ltd.; Leamington; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Extended health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

On-site parking

Company events

Job summary

Ruthven Greenhouse Construction Ltd. in Leamington, ON seeks an Assistant Controller to assist the Controller with day-to-day accounting across multiple entities. You will help implement controls, manage AP/AR, intercompany activity, payroll collaboration, and month-end close, while growing into senior responsibilities.

The role requires strong communication, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to expand accounting skills in a growing agricultural sector company.

Qualifications

• Education or background in Accounting or Finance (strongly preferred).
• 2-5 years of relevant accounting and/or finance experience.
• Experience with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with accounting software and financial systems.
• Strong understanding of financial data, trends, and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and maintain internal accounting controls and procedures.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable for multiple entities.
• Managing intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR on payroll-related activities.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close processes.
• Support year-end close and work with external accountants.
• Develop and maintain Excel templates to improve accounting efficiency.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and analyses for the Controller.
• Engage with internal team members to support company integration and collaboration.
• Demonstrate initiative and growth toward more advanced accounting and finance responsibilities.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Word/PowerPoint/Outlook

Job description

We are a dedicated and growing organization within the agricultural sector in the Leamington region. Our business is built on attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional team members while fostering a strong culture of collaboration, accountability, and internal growth. We believe that investing in our people leads directly to long-term success—both internally and across the broader industry.

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our finance team and support our continued growth.

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will work closely with the Controller to manage day-to-day accounting and finance operations across multiple companies. This role requires strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to grow into more senior accounting responsibilities over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and maintain internal accounting controls and procedures
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable for multiple entities
• Managing intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Collaborate with the Human Resources team on payroll-related activities
• Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close processes
• Support year-end close and work with external accountants
• Develop and maintain Excel templates to improve accounting efficiency
• Prepare detailed financial reports and analyses for the Controller
• Engage with internal team members to support company integration and collaboration
• Demonstrate initiative and growth toward more advanced accounting and finance responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Education or background in Accounting or Finance (strongly preferred)
• 2-5 years of relevant accounting and/or finance experience
• Experience with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with accounting software and financial systems
• Strong understanding of financial data, trends, and workflows
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume workflow
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Professional attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn and grow

Work Schedule & Compensation

• 44+ hours per week
• Salaried position with compensation above market upon completion of onboarding and training

Additional Information

• Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• No overseas sponsorship available at this time
• Must be able to reliably commute to or relocate to Leamington, ON prior to start date
• Company events
• Dental, extended health, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• On-site parking

At Lebo Farms, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.