Assistant Controller — Growth Path in Agriculture Finance

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

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.