Financial Controller

Bartels Group Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartels Group Inc. is seeking a Financial Controller to lead financial operations across diverse entities. The ideal candidate will have a solid accounting background, manage payroll activities, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This full-time position offers an opportunity to drive strategic decision-making in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a controllership role or similar role.
• Thorough understanding of ASPE principles.
• Strong computer proficiency, especially MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting functions including GL, Cost Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with ASPE and other regulatory reporting.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

CPA designation

Tools

Accounting software

Office365 (especially MS Excel)

Job description

The Financial Controller at Bartels Group Inc (BGI) is a key leadership role responsible for supporting the financial operations of the Group’s diverse operating companies, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position plays a crucial role in managing payroll activities, delivering financial insights, and daily collaborating with leadership to drive strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and results-driven professional with a strong background in accounting and finance, particularly in multi-entity environments.

Do you have an interest in finance and want to work for a growing company that invests in its people and equipment. If so, please read on!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounting functions including GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements and report variances
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Prepare costing and financial analysis support as needed – in particular for capital investments, pricing decisions, contract negotiations and financial partners
• Coordinate the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts
• Ensure compliance with ASPE and other regulatory reporting
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Manage and comply with local, provincial, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Work closely with IM system providers and staff to ensure the integrity of the IM systems and that the functionality is leveraged
• Help manage key external relationships including insurance, banking, auditors, legal, IM support, etc. and provide supporting information as needed
• Work closely with the managers of the various companies to support their growth strategies
  
  

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Manage members of the accounting team, which includes, hiring, training, performance management, terminations etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer proficiency in Office365 software applications, especially MS Excel
• Experience with a wide range of accounting software
• Thorough understanding of ASPE principles and knowledge of relevant federal, provincial, and local requirements.
  
  

Education, Training, Certifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business
• CPA designation
• 3+ years’ experience in a controllership role or similar experience
  
  

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Bartels Group Inc., we value dedication, adaptability, and excellence in service. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment where your contributions directly impact our success.

If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out the application on our website or click”Apply for Job” on Indeed. We look forward to meeting you! Thank you to all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Work Location: Ancaster, ON