Assistant Controller

Vaco Recruiter Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian retailer is seeking an Assistant Controller to manage financial reporting, internal controls, and lead a team of 3. Candidates must have a CPA designation and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 4-5 years of relevant experience. The role offers a competitive salary between $130,000 and $140,000 annually, along with opportunities for growth and professional development. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in retail or similar industries.

Benefits

Opportunity for growth and development

Competitive Salary

Bonus

Benefits

CPA Dues covered

Qualifications

• 4–5 years post-designation experience in financial reporting and internal controls.
• Experience supporting audits and preparing internal financial statements.
• Background in retail, CPG, hospitality, or pharma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Lead year-end audit preparation and act as liaison with external auditors.
• Supervise and mentor an accounting admin team of 3.

Skills

Strong technical accounting

Analytical skills

Effective written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation (CGA, CA, or CPA)

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Sage

Job description

Our client is a major Canadian retailer. They are looking for an Assistant Controller to join their team!

Why Work Here

• Opportunity for growth and development
• Competitive Salary
• Bonus
• Benefits
• CPA Dues covered

About the Opportunity

• Financial Reporting & Close
  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements in accordance with Canadian GAAP.
  • Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
  • Prepare internal management reporting packages, KPIs, and variance analyses.
• Audit, Compliance & Controls
  • Lead year-end audit preparation and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
  • Ensure compliance with provincial and federal requirements, including HST/QST, payroll remittances, and bank covenant reporting.
  • Strengthen, implement, and monitor internal control frameworks and accounting policies.
• Accounting Operations
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including AP, AR, cash flow tracking, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
  • Maintain intercompany transactions, eliminations, and consolidations across multiple entities.
  • Review fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition across multiple sales channels.
• Leadership & Collaboration
  • Supervise and mentor an accounting admin team of 3, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
  • Support training, performance management, and professional development of direct reports.
  • Collaborate with internal department leaders to support company goals and operational accuracy.
• Planning, Analysis & Projects
  • Support the CFO with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Assist with special projects, system integrations, and workflow/process improvements.
  • Identify inefficiencies and recommend scalable solutions to support growth.

About You

• CPA designation required (CGA, CA, or CPA).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 4–5 years post‑designation experience in financial reporting and internal controls.
• Background in retail, CPG, hospitality, or pharma preferred, ideally within organizations generating $250–600M in revenue.
• Experience in smaller to mid‑sized environments aligned with roles such as Finance Manager, Accounting Manager, or Controller.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE.
• Experience supporting audits and preparing internal financial statements.
• Exposure to ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or similar).
• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with senior leadership.
• Proven ability to improve processes and enhance internal controls.
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, evolving organization.

Salary Range

$130,000 - $140,000 / year

How to Apply

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.