Controller

Vaco LLC; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco is seeking a skilled Controller for a 3-month contract in the Greater Toronto Area. You will oversee month-end close, prepare financial statements, and coordinate year-end audit activities.

You will lead a small team, ensure accuracy of variances and cash flow forecasts, and support process improvements. CPA designation and 7+ years of accounting experience are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting and month-end close.
• Audit coordination with external auditors.
• Strong Excel skills; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end close, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Coordinate year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Prepare budget variance analysis, cash flow forecasts, and management reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, internal controls, and efficiencies.
• Provide hands-on accounting support and guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Audits

Excel

Education

CPA designation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Controller – 3 Month Contract

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end close, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Coordinate year-end audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Prepare budget variance analysis, cash flow forecasts, and management reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, internal controls, and efficiencies.
• Provide hands-on accounting support and guidance to junior staff.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting management role.
• Strong knowledge of ASNPO, including fund accounting and restricted contributions.
• Hands-on experience with financial reporting, month-end close, and external audits.
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP experience considered an asset.
• Previous staff supervision or mentoring experience.

Pay Rate

$50.00 / Hour

Eligibility

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

Benefits

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.