Financial Controller

NexWav; Lévis; Hybrid; CAD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks vacation

Group insurance

RRSP with employer contribution

Wellness allowance

Gym at the office

Free parking

Social club and activities

Job summary

NexWav is seeking a Financial Controller for the South Shore of Quebec, based in Lévis. Hybrid schedule, permanent full-time role leading a small finance team.

You will manage the accounting cycle, cash planning, and internal controls while driving process improvements and ERP enhancements. Strong analytical skills and leadership are essential for success in this hands‑on position.

Qualifications

• University degree in accounting is required.
• CPA designation is desirable or beneficial.
• Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Experience leading a small finance team is preferred.
• Power BI experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial management activities and track performance rigorously.
• Oversee full accounting cycle and approve accounts payable.
• Plan cash flows and prepare management reports for operational decisions.
• Prepare budgets and analyze monthly/annual statements with variances.
• Implement and monitor internal controls and optimize closing timelines.
• Prepare year-end files and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Financial analysis

English communication

Autonomy

Organization

Structured approach

Problem solving

Education

University degree in accounting

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Financial Controller - South Shore of Quebec

Key Information

• Location: Lévis, Quebec, Canada
• Job Type: Permanent - Full-time
• Work Mode: Hybrid

Join a growing manufacturing organization where the finance function is at the heart of decision-making. You will take charge of financial operations, oversee a small team, and advance controls, processes, and tools (including ERP) in a concrete and hands-on context.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all financial management activities and ensure rigorous performance tracking.
• Supervise the complete accounting cycle (billing, accounts payable, and payroll) and approve accounts payable.
• Plan cash flows and support operational decisions with clear management reports.
• Prepare budgets, analyze monthly and annual financial statements, and explain variances to the management committee.
• Implement, document, and monitor internal controls while optimizing processes (including closing timelines).
• Prepare year-end files and collaborate with external auditors, keeping an eye on applicable tax rules.
• Guide the three members of the finance team and support their autonomy, taking on the operational decisions of the department.

Desired Profile

• Hold a university degree in accounting.
• Have at least 2 years of relevant experience in a company or firm.
• Master Excel at an advanced level.
• Communicate in conversational English with a good foundation (occasional exchanges; ability to manage in writing with available tools).
• Demonstrate natural leadership and the ability to analyze and simplify financial information.
• Exhibit rigor, autonomy, organization, and resourcefulness.
• Adopt a reassuring presence and a structured approach to advance a team with varied support needs.

Conditions — what is offered

• Salary:starting from $95,000 per year.
• Schedule: 40 hours over 4.5 days (possibility to spread over 5 days);
• Vacation:5 weeks
• Group Insurance: 50% paid by the employer, plus telemedicine, employee assistance program, and sick leave.
• Retirement: Group RRSP with employer contribution
• Work Environment: gym at the office, social club and activities, wellness allowance, free parking.

Assets — to accelerate your impact

• Hold the CPA designation.
• Have experience in construction or manufacturing environments.
• Use Power BI.
• Demonstrate an interest in system improvement and technology projects.

If you want a concrete, decision-making role close to management, this position will give you the space to deliver and evolve the finance function.

All applications will be treated confidentially.

Only selected candidates will be contacted.