Financial Controller

Employment Professionals Canada; Fort Erie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to lead all accounting and financial duties essential for supporting current and future operations. This role involves preparing financial statements, overseeing audits, and providing strategic insights to executive management. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a results-oriented mindset, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships across the organization. Join a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence, where your contributions will drive significant impact on the company's financial health and success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of finance and accounting experience, including management responsibilities.
• University degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end and year-end financial statements for the company.
• Oversee cash management and tax filings, ensuring compliance.
• Mentor and develop the Finance team, managing work allocation and training.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Decision-Making

ERP Systems Knowledge

Microsoft Excel Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Education

University Degree in Accounting

CPA Designation

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Job Description

Primary Purpose: The Financial Controller is responsible for all accounting and financial duties, tasks, and processes required to support the needs and efforts of all the company's current and future operations.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Act as a primary contact for the finance department.
2. Develop, monitor, and interpret key performance and operating metrics and trends; effectively communicate key business insights to the executive management team.
3. Liaise with management, staff, and external service providers as necessary to ensure the completion of all finance department tasks.
4. Prepare month-end and year-end financial statements for The Client Technologies and related companies.
5. Prepare and/or review month-end closing activities including balance sheet reconciliations and department cost allocations.
6. Take the lead on all financial audits conducted by third parties.
7. Provide detailed monthly analysis and reporting of inventory and work closely with the Plant Controller to ensure accuracy of job costing within the production division.
8. Meet regularly with the CFO and CEO to keep them informed of significant company issues, opportunities, and developments.
9. Assist the CFO with budgeting and forecasting processes.
10. Serve as a point of escalation for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Collection issues.
11. Oversee cash management, approve payables, and execute cheque signing.
12. Oversee tax filings.
13. Continuously seek opportunities for financial and operational improvements while fostering a culture of performance improvement across the company.
14. Mentor and develop the Finance team, managing work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluation, and team dynamics.

*Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned by company management. These statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions.

Supervisory Responsibility: Finance Department

Education and Work Experience: University degree in Accounting or Business Administration required. CPA designation is an asset. Minimum of 5 years of related finance and accounting experience, including management responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage fluctuating workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.
• Results-oriented team player capable of developing and maintaining collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity, mutual respect, and teamwork.
• Decision-making abilities and capacity to facilitate organizational change.
• Knowledge of computers and ERP systems; Epicor ERP knowledge is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to identify areas for process improvement.
• Professional image and strong commitment to company goals.
• Sound business judgment and high integrity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment, requiring operation of standard office equipment, walking short distances, and spending most of the time at a computer. Some stairs may be involved. Moderate stress levels related to data analysis, deadlines, and supervision.

*Physical demands are representative of those necessary to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.