Assistant(e) contrôleur(euse) / Assistant Controller

Genetec; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in software development is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee accounting operations and mentor a finance team. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for leadership development and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and strong analytical skills, thriving under pressure while managing multiple priorities.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Training Tuition Reimbursement Program

Subsidized meals in Bistro

Work-life balance with flexible schedule

Free, unlimited coffee

Private, free parking

Onsite fitness facility with personal trainer

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills managing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in French and English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and ensure financial integrity.
• Mentor a dedicated finance team and support process improvements.
• Prepare reports for management and assess new accounting guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

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Your team's dynamic:

As an Assistant Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing accounting operations, ensuring financial integrity, and mentoring a dedicated finance team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the daily operations, leadership development and financial success of an established Accounting team.

What your day will look like:

• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and yearly close
• Builds, engages and leads the team of accountants
• Responsible for coordination, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the team and creating a positive climate where people want to do their best
• Supports the evaluation and implementation of new company initiatives
• Assist management on activities related to special projects and ad-hoc requests
• Actively engaged in process improvement and efficiencies
• Work closely to develop strong business relationships and understanding of interdependencies with the other department partners as needed
• Establish and maintain company policies and procedures surrounding finance and accounting matters
• Assess and analyze the implications of new accounting guidelines and standards across the business
• Determine accounting treatment and financial implications of complex and exceptional transactions
• Prepares reports for Management

More about you:

• CPA designation, paired with a solid foundation in accounting and finance
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in financial accounting software, with Microsoft Dynamics being a plus
• Strong analytical skills, with a knack for problem-solving and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive under pressure, managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Fluent in French and English, both verbal and written (this role requires interaction with our international collaborators and customers)

Let's talk perks!

• Attractive compensation package
• Training Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Subsidized meals in our amazing Bistro (Les Cordons Bleus)
• Work-life balance with a flexible working schedule
• Free, unlimited coffee
• Private, free parking for all employees
• Onsite fitness facility with personal trainer

Still not sure if you check every box, but think it's worth a shot? We love that enthusiasm!

Thank you for your application, but please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted. Head-hunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumés/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Software Development

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