Accounting Controller

Express Employment Professionals Windsor; Windsor; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals Windsor is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead its accounting function, oversee daily operations, and deliver timely financial reports for ownership. You will mentor an experienced accounting team and partner with leadership to drive informed business decisions.

The successful candidate will manage payroll, cash flow, and compliance with Canadian reporting standards, while identifying process improvements and strengthening internal controls.

Qualifications

• Experience as Controller or Accounting Manager in a senior role.
• Proficient in the full accounting cycle and month-end/year-end close.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full accounting function from daily operations through close.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing, general ledger, and cash management.
• Monitor cash flow, bank balances, and USD transactions.
• Coordinate year-end reporting with external auditors during the audit process.
• Reconcile data integrations between accounting and operational systems.
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ownership reporting.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline workflows.

Skills

Controller experience

Month-end close

Year-end close

Payroll management

Cash management

General ledger

Intercompany reconciliations

Financial reporting

Canadian GAAP

Communication with leadership

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA designation (asset)

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Our client is a well-established, privately owned transportation company with more than 40 years of success. Recognized for its financial stability, collaborative culture, and long-tenured employees, the company is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead its accounting function and support the continued success of the business.

Reporting directly to the President, you\'ll oversee the day-to-day accounting operations while providing timely financial reporting, supporting an experienced accounting team, and partnering with ownership to help drive informed business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Controller or a strong Accounting Manager ready to step into a Controller role.

If you enjoy taking ownership, improving processes, and working in a stable organization where your contributions are valued, we\'d like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead the organization\'s full accounting function from daily operations through month-end and year-end close
• Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and management reports
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing, general ledger, and cash management
• Monitor cash flow, bank balances, and U.S. dollar transactions
• Ensure compliance with payroll, tax, WSIB, EHT, T4, and other government reporting requirements
• Coordinate year-end reporting and work closely with external accountants during the audit process
• Reconcile data integrations between accounting and operational systems
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for ownership
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting procedures
• Lead, mentor, and support an experienced accounting team
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and strengthen accounting processes

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a Controller, Accounting Manager, or in a similar senior accounting role
• Strong experience managing the full accounting cycle
• Proven experience preparing monthly financial statements
• Experience with month-end and year-end close
• Payroll, cash management, and general ledger experience
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles and financial reporting
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively with ownership and leadership
• Strong accounting software proficiency and the ability to learn new systems quickly

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA designation is considered an asset
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software
• Transportation or logistics industry experience is considered an asset but is not required

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Performance bonus opportunity
• Join a financially stable, privately owned organization with an outstanding reputation
• Work alongside a knowledgeable, long-tenured accounting team
• Partner directly with ownership and contribute to key business decisions
• Opportunity to build on an established accounting function while driving continuous improvement
• Long-term career opportunity with an organization that values collaboration, stability, and employee retention

Who Will Be Successful

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on and takes pride in producing accurate financial information. You\'ll thrive if you\'re proactive, organized, comfortable working independently, and confident leading an experienced accounting team while supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

Whether you\'re an experienced Controller looking for your next long-term opportunity or an Accounting Manager ready to step into your first Controller role, we\'d welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

All inquiries and conversations will be held in the strictest confidence.