Financial Controller

Strategy Recruitment Group; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategy Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Controller, Finance & Accounting to lead the accounting and financial reporting function for a growing organization in Newmarket, Ontario. This hands-on role oversees monthly close, financial reporting, internal controls, and audits, partnering with senior leadership.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with business judgment, operational discipline, and the ability to develop high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with SOX, audits, and month-end/year-end close.
• Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close and reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, policies, and internal controls.
• Oversee reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and analysis.
• Manage SOX compliance and coordinate audits.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and ERP systems.
• Partner with senior leadership to communicate results and risks.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

US GAAP

Internal controls

Audit coordination

Financial reporting

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

SOX experience

Month-end close

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Controller, Finance & Accounting to lead the accounting and financial reporting function for a growing organization. This position will oversee the monthly close, financial reporting, internal controls, audit coordination, and accounting operations while partnering closely with senior leadership.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with business judgment, operational discipline, and the ability to develop high-performing teams. This role will also play an important part in improving financial processes, leveraging technology, and strengthening the organization's overall finance infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Oversee account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial analysis.
• Manage SOX compliance and coordinate internal and external audits.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and other financial initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and ERP systems.
• Partner with senior leadership to communicate financial results, risks, and business insights.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team while fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience.
• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Director, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with SOX, audits, and month-end/year-end close.
• Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and process improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with senior leadership.