Controller

The Mason Group Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized pharmaceutical company in Ontario is seeking a Controller to lead a small finance team, manage accounting operations, and provide financial reporting. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience, a degree or accounting designation, and strong Excel skills. This role offers the opportunity to be part of the leadership team and influence key financial decisions.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in computer skills, especially Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and double-entry accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll.
• Provide monthly financial reporting and analysis to management.
• Assist in developing process and control systems.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

University degree and/or Accounting designation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Controller

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: MISSISSAUGA, Ontario

Job Description:

Our client is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on meeting the needs of patients, physicians, and partners. Located in Oakville, they are currently seeking a Controller to oversee a small finance team, provide service to external customers, and support internal management. The Controller will help develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures and be an integral part of the leadership team.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Manage daily operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, and Payroll.
• Manage the General Ledger and all supporting sub-ledgers, including fixed assets, inventories, prepaids, and accruals.
• Provide monthly financial reporting and analysis to management.
• Prepare financial statements and analytical reports as part of the monthly reporting package.
• Perform regular account reconciliation and prepare journal entries.
• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts and report actuals against forecasts.
• Ensure employee payroll is input into the external provider’s system and prepare reports and entries.
• Perform activities related to inter-company transactions as required.
• Assist in developing process and control systems.
• Act as a finance advisor and service provider to the business unit.
• Prepare short and long-term forecasts, budgets, and product P&Ls and analysis.
• Coordinate and participate in physical inventory counts; investigate variances and prepare adjusting entries.
• Develop complex analyses to support projects and initiatives.
• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the office.

Job Requirements:

• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• University degree and/or Accounting designation required.
• Proficient in computer skills; Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Deep understanding of accounting software and systems (ideally SAP).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and double-entry accounting.
• Developed interpersonal skills; a good team player.
• Superior organizational skills; able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and deadlines, work well under pressure, and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to keep financial information confidential and demonstrate integrity.
• Interest in the business with a hands-on approach and involvement in reshaping the business.

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