Controller

IFG International Financial Group Ltd; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Controller for a 3-month contract to hire. This dynamic role involves overseeing full-cycle accounting functions, enhancing finance processes, and managing special projects for new direct-to-consumer clients. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and has a strong background in accounting, particularly within D2C and product-based businesses. Join a team where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of innovative financial solutions. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply today!

Qualifications

• CPA designation or relevant experience required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger.
• Build and optimize financial processes for new client onboarding.

Skills

Accounting Operations

Financial Process Optimization

Budgeting and Forecasting

Problem Solving

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

CPA Designation

5+ Years Accounting Experience

Job description

Our client, a manufacturer, is looking to bring on a Controller for a 3-month contract to hire. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will play a key role in supporting the onboarding of two major direct-to-consumer (D2C) clients. This includes taking over full-cycle accounting functions, building out finance processes, and leading special projects related to end-to-end product solutions--covering everything from design and procurement to fulfillment and production. The ideal candidate has experience in D2C environments and thrives in fast-moving, hands-on roles.

This role is hybrid and requires 2 days a week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger
• Build and optimize financial processes and internal controls to support onboarding of new clients
• Oversee month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash management activities
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficient financial operations for newly onboarded clients
• Manage special projects tied to client transitions and operational scaling
• Act as a financial point of contact during system/process handovers

Qualifications:

• CPA designation or relevant experience
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with leadership responsibilities
• Experience in D2C environments and/or product-based businesses
• Proven ability to build processes from the ground up in a dynamic environment
• Strong systems knowledge and hands-on approach to problem solving

If you are qualified and interested in this role, please send your resume to Priyanka at [e-mail] today!