Controller

Randstad Canada; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Controller in Kitchener to oversee financial management and accounting operations. The role involves preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance, and leading system optimization initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a CPA with significant accounting experience and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, health benefits, and a hybrid work model, requiring in-office presence four days per week.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Health & Dental benefits

Bonus based on performance

Options plan

3 weeks vacation

Free parking

Opportunity for collaboration with senior leaders

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including audit and leadership roles.
• Technical expertise in GAAP/ASPE is required.
• Proven experience in process improvement and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Provide internal financial reports and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Lead system implementations and optimizations.
• Supervise accounts payable, receivable, billing, and cash management.

Skills

Leadership and management

GAAP/ASPE standards

ERP implementation

Process improvement

Time management

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Netsuite

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Controller to oversee the financial management and accounting operations of our client's organization.

This role is based in the Tri-City area and requires in-office presence 4 days per week.

The Controller will be responsible for core accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and compliance with standards and regulations. Additionally, the role involves driving system improvements and serving as a strategic partner to leadership by providing key insights for business decisions.

Advantages

• Competitive base salary
• Health & Dental benefits
• Bonus based on personal and company performance
• Options plan
• 3 weeks vacation
• Hybrid work model (preferably 4 days/week in the office)
• Free parking
• Opportunity to collaborate with senior leaders and support the company's growth

Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements aligned with GAAP/ASPE standards
• Provide timely internal financial reports, including variance analysis and performance insights

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Manage statutory filings and compliance across jurisdictions

System Optimization

• Lead ERP/system implementation and improvements
• Ensure integration between finance and operational systems

Internal Controls & Policy Development

• Design and enforce internal controls and policies
• Identify and mitigate financial risks

General Ledger & Period-End Close

• Oversee ledger activities and chart of accounts
• Manage month-end and year-end processes

Transactional Oversight

• Supervise accounts payable, receivable, billing, and cash management

Audit & External Coordination

• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare documentation

Tax Management

• Oversee tax filings and compliance

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required
• 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including audit and leadership roles
• Technical expertise in GAAP/ASPE
• ERP experience (Netsuite preferred)
• Experience in process improvement and internal controls
• Strong leadership and time management skills

Summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA with extensive full-cycle accounting experience, a mindset for automation and process improvement, and leadership skills to support a high-growth organization.

If you are a CPA living in the Tri-City area seeking your next career step, please contact me today!

Kristina Davidson
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

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