Assistant Controller

MSP Corp; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Gym discounts

Wellness day

Growth and training

Job summary

MSP Corp is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee accounting, payroll, and financial operations. The role includes preparing analyses and reports, supervising billing and AR, budgeting, and ensuring compliance.

Hybrid work in Québec City and Montreal with a dynamic, tech-focused SME culture. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong Excel and Desjardins payroll skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 environment and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, Loop).
• Strong understanding of financial principles and administrative controls.
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting cycle, including month-end journal entries.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Prepare and validate monthly reports for the Group.
• Prepare year-end documentation.
• Review and prepare tax returns.
• Oversee billing and accounts receivable.
• Process payroll and prepare annual payroll reports.
• Contribute to the preparation of the annual budget.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Technology & process optimization

Data analysis

Bilingual (French & English)

Financial principles

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)

Desjardins Employeur D

QuickBooks

Sage Intacct

Job description

Ready to take your career to the next level? Invest in yourself! MSP Corp is a dynamic and evolving organization. Our team is energetic and multidisciplinary, performing at the highest levels. We thrive on the diversity of our team and believe that any candidate could be the talent to take us to the next level We thrive on the diversity of our team and believe that any candidate could be the talent to take us to the next level. We drive technology and performance by providing powerful toolsets, business support and professional services. Our team provides complete, turn-key solutions with one goal in mind — to ensure that we can deliver 100% any day, any time.

About the role

The Assistant Controller oversees the company’s accounting, financial, and payroll operations. This role prepares management analyses and reports, supervises billing and accounts receivable, participates in budgeting activities, and ensures the rigorous application of financial controls, compliance requirements, and processes.

• Location:Québec city and Montreal
• Schedule:Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• Work Arrangement:Hybrid

What you will do

• Manage the full accounting cycle, including month-end journal entries;
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements;
• Prepare and validate monthly reports for the Group;
• Prepare year-end documentation;
• Review and prepare tax returns;
• Manage intercompany transactions and journal entries;
• Oversee billing and accounts receivable;
• Review recurring billing (services, licences, contracts, etc.);
• Review and approve expenses, purchases, and payments;
• Analyze and monitor margin performance related to products and services;
• Process payroll and prepare annual payroll reports;
• Manage group insurance and RRSP files;
• Ensure compliance with government requirements and prepare required filings;
• Contribute to the preparation of the annual budget;
• Analyze and monitor grant and tax credit programs;
• Perform any other related duties;
• Support team versatility by providing occasional backup coverage as needed.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role
• Experience in payroll processing and benefits administration
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft 365 environment and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, and Loop)
• Strong understanding of financial principles and administrative controls
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interest in technology and process optimization
• Experience with Desjardins payroll services (Employeur D)
• Experience with QuickBooks and Sage Intacct
• Experience working in a growing SME or in the IT sector
• Experience in data analysis and the development of dashboards or KPIs
• Excellent proficiency in both French and English, written and spoken

Frequent communication with clients and vendors outside the province is required; therefore, a strong command of both written and spoken English is necessary

Why Work at MSP Corp

• Benefits package.
• Dynamic work environment.
• Corporate gym discounts.
• Wellness day.
• Opportunities for growth and training.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At MSP Corp, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential for fostering a healthy and innovative work environment. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, or any other characteristic, feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives and ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. We will only contact candidates whose profile closely matches the job requirements.