Assistant Corporate Controller

Canada Cartage; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental insurance

Retirement plans

Paid personal and sick days

Discounts on various services

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Mississauga is seeking a finance leader to manage all financial reporting, oversee tax compliance, and lead the Accounts Payable team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, CPA certification, and 5-7 years of relevant experience, along with strong leadership and financial analysis skills. This role offers hybrid working opportunities and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Proven leadership abilities in managing accounting teams.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements for multiple entities.
• Oversee preparation and submission of tax returns.
• Lead the Corporate Accounts Payable team.

Skills

Accounting Management

Audit Management

Financial Planning Analysis

Accounting Software

Financial Analysis Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Management Reporter

Job description

The Impact You Will Have

Canada Cartage is seeking a finance leader for its Corporate accounting role. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Corporate Controller, and will be responsible for supporting the Corporate Controller in administering and managing all aspects of the Partnership’s financial reporting processes and controls and also managing the Corporate Accounts Payable team.

Location: Mississauga, Ontario

Schedule: 40 hours - Monday to Friday

What You Will Do

• Corporate Reporting & Accounting
  
  
  
  • Prepare consolidated financial statements for over 50 legal entities, ensuring timely and accurate internal and external reporting (GAAP and management reporting).
  
  
  • Lead the preparation of legal entity financials for tax purposes and debt covenant reporting.
  
  
  • Maintain and improve controls within Microsoft Dynamics GP and Management Reporter, including report development and system upgrades.
  
  
  • Identify and resolve financial reporting issues ahead of executive review.
  
  
  • Support the planning and execution of the year-end audit, including all required entries and system close processes.
  
  
  
  


• Tax & Compliance
  
  
  
  • Oversee preparation and submission of HST/GST/PST/QST returns and year-end working papers for tax filings.
  
  
  • Manage tax rebate processes and review required government/statistical filings.
  
  
  
  


• Accounts Payable Oversight
  
  
  
  • Provide leadership to the Accounts Payable team, reviewing weekly cash projections and EFT/cheque runs.
  
  
  • Act as a signing officer for payments and support banking transactions as needed.
  
  
  
  


• Leadership & Collaboration
  
  
  
  • Partner with Finance, FP&A, and IT teams to strengthen internal controls and reporting processes.
  
  
  • Support team performance through coaching, development planning, and formal reviews.
  
  
  • Act as a key contact during audits, due diligence processes, and other high-priority initiatives.
  
  
  
  

What You Will Bring

• 5-7 years


• Bachelor’s degree


• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Along With The Following Skills & Competencies

• Accounting Management


• Audit Management


• Financial Planning Analysis


• Accounting Software


• Financial Analysis Software

Why People Love Working For Canada Cartage

• We offer hybrid and flexible working opportunities.


• Extended health and dental, retirement plans


• Paid personal days and sick days


• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.


• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.


• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.


• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few


• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.


• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.


• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.


• Awarded as a Top Fleet Employer since 2017


• Come work with a company named “Canada’s Best Employer 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022” in Transportation & Logistics by Forbes

Requirements

Application Process

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

We are a Top Employer!

Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers 2022. This is the sixth straight year that Canada Cartage has been included on this list.

We’ve also been recognized for the 8th year in a row by Trucking HR Canada as one of Canada’s “Top Fleet Employers”. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.

We’re growing! We have also been ranked in the top 10 of Today’s Trucking top 100 ranking of Canada’s largest for-hire truck fleets for 2022.

Celebrating 100 years: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3S-CtHQhVY

Why do we have one of the lowest driver turn-over rates in Canada? A team environment, short-haul regular routes and great benefits. Come work with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpMA1riOzPI

Our Values

Integrity: We conduct our business with honour, honesty and ethics with our people, the environment and legal matters. We believe I am transparent and trustworthy, respecting the traditional handshake value system and earning our way in.

Humanity: We are a family minded organization, caring for people and treating them with dignity, decency and respect, be it employees, customers, suppliers or our partners. Open door policy and dealings is our way.

Accountability: Accountability and accessibility to our staff, customers and our customers’ customers is of utmost importance to us. We enable a high level of two way communication, providing access to people who will deal with issues and have the willingness to resolve things. We will be relied on and held accountable for our results and our long term commitments.

Collaboration: We understand that results are the product of a team effort. As part of our process, we ensure collaboration with all our staff at all levels in all roles across departmental lines. With our customers, we use a collaborative style approach, sharing ownership to ensure a successful operation.

Dedication: Our organization is employee and customer-driven. We encourage an environment of conscientious effort and earnestness, hiring problem solvers who are responsive and have a can-do attitude to get the job done.

Leadership: Personal leadership to us means being competent, taking ownership, demonstrating initiative, and having a voice. Corporate leadership to us means being leaders in the market, continuous improvement and innovation, and empowering those around you.

Come Work With An Industry Leader!

Committed to employment equality, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, members of visible minority groups, women, and all other protected status.

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let your local Human Resources Representative know.

Why You Will Love Canada Cartage

As an iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we offer dedicated fleet solutions, freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals and distribution centres, we simplify complex logistics through innovation and technology.

Rooted in family values and an entrepreneurial spirit, we partner with top Canadian brands to create outstanding customer experiences. Founded in 1914, we continue to lead the industry with innovative fleet solutions and a commitment to excellence.