Controller

Accountivity; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountivity in Toronto, ON is seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial governance across multiple entities. You will oversee banking controls, internal controls, and reporting, while partnering with ownership for strategic guidance. The role requires CPA designation and 5+ years in senior accounting or Controller roles.

You will ensure ASPE compliance, manage intercompany funding, liaise with auditors, and drive data-driven insights. This is a permanent, in‑office role.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including senior/Controller-level.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE and tax compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Experience with Sage 300 is preferred.
• Knowledge of data privacy and security best practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently within a small team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee banking controls and approval processes across multiple related entities.
• Establish, document, and maintain internal controls and approval workflows.
• Ensure segregation of duties for cash management and banking access.
• Monitor banking activity, authorities, and account access across entities.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Consolidate and review financial reporting across entities.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to ownership for decision-making.
• Support treasury, intercompany funding, and financing arrangements.
• Oversee employee benefits administration and reporting for compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Sage 300

Excel

Job description

Accountivity is hiring!

Job Title: Controller

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: $100,000–$125,000/year

Work Model: In Office

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Our client in Toronto, ON is actively seeking an experienced Controller to join their team.

Position Summary:

The Controller will be responsible for financial controls, banking oversight, reporting, and compliance across a group of related companies. Reporting directly to ownership and working closely with the finance and accounting team, the Controller will play a key role in maintaining strong financial governance, ensuring effective internal controls, and providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee banking controls and approval processes across multiple related entities.
• Establish, document, and maintain internal controls, approval workflows, and authorization limits for disbursements and transfers.
• Ensure appropriate segregation of duties for cash management, payments, and banking access.
• Monitor banking activity, signing authorities, and account access across all entities.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements prepared by the finance and accounting team.
• Consolidate and review financial reporting across multiple entities.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.
• Provide financial analysis, reporting, and recommendations to ownership to support strategic decision-making.
• Support treasury activities, financing arrangements, and intercompany funding.
• Oversee employee benefits administration and related reporting and compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian accounting standards, including ASPE, tax requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Ensure financial data privacy and security requirements are maintained, including the protection of sensitive financial, banking, and payroll information.
• Support the annual audit and preparation of year-end working papers.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.
• Perform additional financial projects and ad hoc duties as assigned by ownership.

Qualifications & Skills:

• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a senior accounting or Controller-level role.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards (ASPE) and tax compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and accounting software.
• Experience with Sage 300 is preferred.
• Knowledge of financial data privacy and security best practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a small finance team.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Experience in a service, facilities, or multi-entity environment is an asset.
• Fluent in English; bilingual or multilingual skills are an asset.