Controller

Blocket AB; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent client in outsourced accounting services seeks a Controller for their growing team. The ideal candidate will manage all reporting and accounting functions related to client engagements, ensuring high service quality and supervision of staff accountants. Responsibilities include financial analysis, budget preparation, and client interaction.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of accounting.
• Experience managing client accounts independently.
• Ability to train and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all reporting and accounting functions.
• Establish basic accounting procedures.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Knowledge consistent with CPA program completion

Five years experience in accounting office

Tools

Sage 50

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Our client specializes in outsourced accounting services for a large variety of industries, and they are currently looking to hire a Controller for their growing team!

This motivated individual will be responsible for all reporting and accounting functions related to assigned client engagements. The Controller is able to handle day-to-day management of the account with limited supervision and guidance from the Account Manager.

Role and Responsibilities Include:

• Install, design and set up basic small business accounting software.
• Establish and implement basic accounting procedures.
  • Supervise the Staff Accountant on the account and provide necessary guidance and training when needed in the following areas:
    • Processing day-to-day transactions including A/R, A/P, payroll and benefits, and banking.
    • Preparation of all government returns (GST, HST, ETD, WSIB, EHT, T4s, T4As, T5s, etc.).
    • In very limited cases, the Controller may be responsible for the completion of these duties (to cover Staff Accountant’s absence, during start up and transition between Staff Accountants, etc.).
• Analyze and reconcile accounts and prepare reconciliations in complex situations.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, prepare budgets and forecasts.
• Interact with clients’ year-end accountants and government auditors.
• Prepare and analyze monthly and yearly financial statements and related working papers.
• Interact with client to ensure financial statements make sense and provide explanation and analysis as required by clients.
• Assist with scheduling issues and performance evaluations of Staff Accountants.

Job Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge of accounting consistent with someone near completion of the CPA program (can be learned through formal courses or learned on the job).
• Knowledge of office/accounting systems, procedures and document flows consistent with someone who has at least five years good experience in an accounting office environment.
• Interpersonal skills at a level where the client is confident that delivers a quality product and staff feel positive about their role.
  • Communication skills at a level where problems/issues are identified, analyzed, and solutions implemented in all but complex situations (in complex situations must be able to communicate and work with Account Managers to provide solutions).
  • A multi-client environment necessitates strong organizational skills. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.
  • Computer skills at a level where new programs and concepts can be learned rapidly and taught to staff (e.g. Sage 50, QuickBooks, MYOB, Sage 300, Business Vision, Excel, Internet Banking, and Payroll Systems).
  • Ability to work independently in situations of high isolations and independence.
• Needs to be proactive in establishing procedures and providing instructions.
• Needs to take ownership of the day-to-day responsibilities for all assigned client engagements.
• Able to work in a positive manner and convey a positive image.
• Needs to work consistently and to work toward completing objectives on a timely basis that may require extra hours and extra effort.
• Needs to lead by example.

• Advanced knowledge of accounting consistent with someone near completion of the CPA program (can be learned through formal courses or learned on the job).
• Knowledge of office/accounting systems, procedures and document flows consistent with someone who has at least five years good experience in an accounting office environment.
• Interpersonal skills at a level where the client is confident that delivers a quality product and staff feel positive about their role.
  • Communication skills at a level where problems/issues are identified, analyzed, and solutions implemented in all but complex situations (in complex situations must be able to communicate and work with Account Managers to provide solutions).
  • A multi-client environment necessitates strong organizational skills. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.
  • Computer skills at a level where new programs and concepts can be learned rapidly and taught to staff (e.g. Sage 50, QuickBooks, MYOB, Sage 300, Business Vision, Excel, Internet Banking, and Payroll Systems).
  • Ability to work independently in situations of high isolations and independence.
• Needs to be proactive in establishing procedures and providing instructions.
• Needs to take ownership of the day-to-day responsibilities for all assigned client engagements.
• Able to work in a positive manner and convey a positive image.
• Needs to work consistently and to work toward completing objectives on a timely basis that may require extra hours and extra effort.
• Needs to lead by example.

To apply to this position, please submit your resume to Eglys at [e-mail]

Company Info

TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division 6645 Kitimat Road, Unit 27
Mississauga, ON, Canada

Phone: [phone]
www.TorontoJobs.ca

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