Controller

Sonele Inc.; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical device manufacturing company in Markham is seeking an experienced Controller to manage financial, accounting, and human resource activities. The successful candidate will support the CFO and oversee operations. Responsibilities include financial reporting, cash management, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, relevant professional designation, and at least 5 years of experience in senior accounting roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration.
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CMA, CGA or CA).
• 5+ years of senior accounting experience.
• Expertise in accounting processes.
• Proficiency in financial planning and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the finance team and oversee operations to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Utilize software to compile financial reports.
• Monitor, evaluate, and track inventory assets.
• Develop and enforce internal controls for company assets.
• Lead the development of standardized operating procedures for data collection and budgeting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration

Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CMA, CGA or CA)

5+ years of senior accounting experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Opportunity

Our group of companies is in search of a self-directed and experienced Controller to oversee all financial, accounting, and human resource activities.

Sonele Inc. and MD Precision Inc. develop and manufacture medical devices within an ISO13485 and FDA-registered facility in Markham, Ontario. We are also a leading ultrasound OEM manufacturer specializing in high-performance transducers.

The successful candidate will join our team and support the Chief Financial Officer in various strategic and operational activities. They will be responsible for cash management, financial analysis, payroll, forecasting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial reporting. Key areas within the human resources department will also be managed by the Controller, including policy and procedure compliance and ongoing maintenance of HR practices. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, this individual will streamline our accounting and financial reporting processes and produce thorough financial-status reports for senior management to help improve our operational efficiency and aid in our continued growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who thrives in a busy work place, and is well-versed in working closely with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the finance team and oversee operations to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Utilize software to compile financial reports tailored for internal decision-makers.
• Monitor, evaluate, and track inventory assets.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Establish and enforce controls for monthly financial reporting to ensure compliance.
• Lead the development of standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for data collection, budgeting, and month-end close processes.
• Maintain stewardship of complete, consistent, and accurate financial data.
• Facilitate accurate reporting and analysis, providing insights into the company’s financial position.
• Review contracts and agreements, such as vendor contracts and loans, and communicate their financial implications to company leadership.
• Forecast the company’s future financial position based on trends in historical financial data.
• Utilize financial forecasts to offer strategic insights and recommendations.
• Implement procedures and ensure accurate data migration for accounting systems, including enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Identify and analyze potential events that may adversely impact the company’s financial position.
• Apply for and complete various grant and funding applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration.
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CMA, CGA or CA).
• 5+ years of senior accounting experience and/or related financial management experience.
• Expertise in accounting processes.
• Proficiency in financial planning and analysis.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and system controls.
• Understanding of contract analysis would be an asset.
• Experience in financial aspects of manufacturing operations would be an asset.

Attributes

• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Ability to lead a team and work closely with senior management.
• Attention to detail and adept at multitasking.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Exceptional organization and time management abilities.

The above information on this job description and specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.