Controller

Trudell Medical International; London; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Trudell Medical International in London, Ontario seeks a Controller to lead the Group’s accounting and financial reporting in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment. You will oversee cost accounting, tax, internal controls, month-end close, consolidation and management reporting while guiding a team of accountants toward accurate, timely financial information and strong governance.

This role requires CPA designation with 10+ years of senior finance experience, strong interpersonal skills and

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field of study.
• 10+ years of progressive senior finance experience including people leadership.
• Experience in complex multi-entity, multi-currency environments with consolidations and cost accounting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence across levels.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and ERP systems; Dynamics GP is a plus.
• Ability to train and mentor staff.
• Attention to detail with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close for all entities and consolidation of group financials.
• Oversee cost analysis, inventory control, and fixed asset/capex reporting.
• Manage tax compliance across jurisdictions including income, sales, and SR&ED.
• Provide timely management reporting and financial insights to senior leadership.
• Lead audits and coordinate with external auditors; strengthen internal controls.
• Serve as signing authority for bank accounts with proper controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and data integrity.

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Strategic thinking

Education

CPA designation

Degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

ERP software

MS Dynamics Great Plains

Job description

At Trudell Medical International (TMI), we pride ourselves on our passion for finding innovative and creative solutions which has enabled us to develop medical devices that continue to make a difference in the lives of people around the world. Situated within a modern facility located in beautiful London, Ontario, TMI offers a comfortable work environment with a respectful and family-oriented culture.

As an employee of Trudell Medical International, not only will you contribute to the development of products at the cutting edge of medical device technology, but you will also have the opportunity to perform challenging work alongside a first-rate group of dedicated professionals.

We’re actively searching for our next team member for the position of:

CONTROLLER

Lead TMI Group’s accounting and financial reporting function within a complex, multi-entity, multi-currency environment. Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including cost accounting, taxation, internal controls, month-end close, consolidation, management reporting, and statutory reporting. Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information, while providing sound financial judgment and insights to support effective management decision-making, strengthen financial governance, and drive business performance.

People Management AND DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATION

• Oversee financial operations for TMI Group of companies, including cost analysis, inventory control, fixed asset/capex reporting and financial reporting
• Lead team of accountants, coaching and mentoring for superior results, as well as personal growth and development
• Ensure staff have clarity of expectations, as well as regular feedback, to drive effective results
• Remove obstacles and clarify priorities for direct reports, addressing performance inconsistencies, process inefficiencies and other employee matters that may hinder achievement of goals and objectives
• Provide leadership and influence to multiple areas of the business outside the finance function, ensuring process efficiency and internal controls that support timely and accurate record keeping
• Work closely with TML and other TMG companies to ensure consistent treatment of financial data and reporting
• Serve as a signing authority for TMI Group’s bank accounts, ensuring all established controls are effectively adhered to

FINANCIAL REPORTING, ANALYSIS AND MANAGEMENT

• Lead month-end process, ensuring timely, complete and accurate financial close
• Prepare and present complete and accurate monthly financial statements for all TMI group legal entities and complete the consolidation for TMI Group companies
• Deliver timely, accurate and meaningful management reporting to TMI’s Senior Leadership Team
• Anticipate and take appropriate actions for business process updates that impact financial reporting
• Lead year end process, including the management and oversight of all TMI Group companies’ audits, ensuring accurate and timely completion
• Provide sound financial analysis and business judgment that supports management decision making
• Manage TMI Group cash and treasury functions, in close collaboration with the Manager AP & AR, as well as the TML Corporate Group
• Participate in financial forecasting and budgeting
• Oversee complex tax scenarios and work closely with TML Corporate Group to ensure accurate interpretation and compliance in all jurisdictions for corporate income tax, sales tax and SR&ED
• Manage capital accounting and reporting that provides both accurate accounting of the Company’s existing assets, as well as streamlined approach to evaluating potential new investments

QUALITY AND COMPLIANCE

• Own financial data governance for TMI Group
• Develop and manage system of internal controls for the effective safeguarding of TMI Group’s assets
• Develop and manage system of internal controls for effective risk management.
• Ensure all controls are in documented and adhered to
• Work closely with other managers within Finance function to ensure integrity of data and financial information

health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, including the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, etc.

Qualifications

• CPA accounting designation is required
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field of study
• 10+ years of progressive experience in senior finance roles, including previous people leadership experience
• Experience in complex, multi-entity, multi-currency environment performing consolidations and cost accounting (ideally in a manufacturing business)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to impact and influence people outside of direct reporting structure
• Ability to work independently at times
• Ability to work with employees at all levels of an organization
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Sound judgment
• Computer literate with:
  • Advanced experience in MS Excel
  • Advanced experience in ERP business software
  • Intermediate to advanced experience in MS Dynamics Great Plains is an asset
• Ability to train and motivate staff members
• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines

Trudell Medical International is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all teammates. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for the advertised position. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by job-related skills and knowledge, relevant professional, lived experience, and/or work location. Our compensation policies and practices are designed to allow our colleagues’ growth and salary progression as they develop in their role. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation-related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter, who can provide specific details for this role and share more information about our total rewards package.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI tools to screen applicants and assist in evaluating candidate qualifications. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and it is important to our Company that all its employees, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. If you are a candidate with a disability who requires accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.