Financial controller

Croesus Finansoft, Inc.; Laval; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a financial expert to lead their accounting processes. This role involves overseeing financial statement production, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA designation, and over 10 years of experience in financial management. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and integrity, and enjoy a supportive work environment with numerous perks. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a growing company, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Annual salary + Corporate profit-sharing plan

Sports program

Gym available at head office

Telemedicine + group insurance

Group RRSP

Proximity to Montmorency metro

Ongoing training and development plan

Referral bonus

Indoor and outdoor parking

Complimentary breakfast every morning

Qualifications

• Requires 10+ years of financial management experience.
• Must have CPA designation and a Bachelor's in Accounting.
• Bilingualism in French and English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting processes and manage payroll teams.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and budgets.
• Establish internal controls and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Accounting Standards

Bilingualism (French and English)

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical Skills

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Tools

Netsuite Financial Management System

Accounting Software

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems

Business Intelligence Software

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Company Description

Croesus provides innovative, high-performance, and secure wealth management solutions that include portfolio management systems, portfolio rebalancing tools, and application programming interfaces (APIs). These solutions empower wealth management professionals to improve their productivity, enhance their client relationships, make informed decisions, and maximize the management of their assets under management.

Croesus’s mission is to provide a superior experience to its clients, users, partners, and employees and to positively impact the community. With more than 200 employees in its Montréal, Toronto, and Geneva offices, Croesus has won several industry awards for being a high-quality solution provider and an outstanding employer.

Position

The person in this key organizational role is a financial expert. Their responsibilities include overseeing accounting processes, preparing financial statements, analyzing financial performance, managing cash flow, and implementing internal controls. They ensure that all financial activities comply with relevant accounting standards and regulations.

Key responsibilities

1. Team leadership
   • Oversee and manage the accounting and payroll teams, provide training and development, assign tasks, and monitor work quality.
2. Financial statement production
   • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
   • Manage day-to-day activities as part of the full accounting cycle.
   • Analyze financial performance and prepare reports and variance analyses.
3. Budget preparation
   • Participate in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
   • Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget.
4. Internal control
   • Establish and maintain a robust internal control system to prevent and detect errors and fraud while ensuring the security of company assets.
   • Work with internal and external auditors.
5. Payroll management
   • Monitor payroll processes and legal obligations in Québec and Ontario.
6. Process improvement
   • Identify opportunities to improve accounting and financial processes and implement solutions to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
7. Business partner to management
   • Provide financial advice and analysis to management to aid in strategic decision-making.
8. Governance
   • Manage federal and provincial government reports and tax filings.
   • Apply for external funding, including internship grants, CDAE tax credits, and other relevant programs.
   • Keep track of changes in legal compliance and financial and tax regulations, adhere to industry best practices, and stay abreast of market trends.
   • Participate in commercial insurance renewals, including negotiations, and maintain a good relationship with the broker.
   • Renew group insurance and the group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), including negotiations, in collaboration with the Vice-President of Talent, Culture, and Employee Experience, and maintain a good relationship with the broker.

Requirements

Education and experience

1. Bachelor's degree in accounting and Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
2. Minimum 10 years of experience in financial management
3. Experience in the IT field or a professional services firm
4. Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
5. Knowledge of business intelligence software

Technical skills

1. Proficiency in accounting standards, accounting software, and financial analysis tools
2. Proficiency in the Netsuite financial management system a plus
3. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Workspace
4. Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles

Interpersonal skills

1. Ability to demonstrate leadership, work as part of a team, and communicate effectively
2. Ability to analyze and summarize
3. Demonstrated rigor and integrity
4. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
5. Bilingualism (French and English)

Other information

Why join Croesus?

• Annual salary + Corporate profit-sharing plan
• Sports program
• Gym available at our Laval head office
• Telemedicine + group insurance (super useful for the family)
• Group RRSP
• Proximity to Montmorency metro
• Ongoing training and development plan
• Referral bonus
• Indoor and outdoor parking & electric car recharging
• Access to bike sharing
• Beautifully renovated and spacious office
• Complimentary breakfast every morning
• Weekly Happy hours, prepared by our Croesus Life Partner

Are you interested in this challenge? Do you believe you have the qualities and expertise required for this position? Please complete your application today.

Although all applications are carefully analyzed, we will communicate only with those selected. Thank you for your interest in Croesus.