Financial Controller

Penner International Inc; Steinbach; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation solutions provider in Steinbach is seeking a skilled Financial Controller to oversee the accounting team and implement industry-leading accounting practices. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and CPA designation, with 5-8 years of experience in a medium-sized company. This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, with a focus on developing a strong team culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Group insurance & pension plan with company contributions

Positive work environment focused on knowledge-sharing

Qualifications

• Minimum of five to eight years of experience as a controller in a medium-sized company.
• Strong exposure to mergers and acquisitions and due diligence.
• Ability to motivate teams to produce accurate and timely results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and management information reports.
• Collaborate with the Director of FP&A in variance analysis.
• Lead and coordinate the interim and year-end audits.

Skills

Private company accounting standards

Strategic financial planning

Budgeting

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Commerce, or Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

Financial Controller

Reporting to: General Manager of Penner International

Position: Full time, permanent

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Location of Work: Steinbach, Main Office

About Penner International

Founded in 1923, Penner Internationalhas grown from humble beginnings into one of the industry’s most trusted over-the-road carriers. Built on hard work, integrity and transparency, we deliver safe, reliable and cost-effective transportation solutions, every time.

Our mission is to operate with excellence while supporting our drivers and employees through a strong culture of safety, opportunity and community. At Penner, Our Promises Get Delivered.

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to join our team. Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing and developing the accounting team, implementing industry-leading accounting practices, and designing and implementing effective tools and processes to support the company's growth vision and goals:

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, financial reports, special analyses and management information reports.
• Participate in the presentation of month-end files to senior management.
• Collaborate with the Director of FP&A in the analysis of variances between actual and budget.
• Review all month-end balance sheets to ensure accuracy of financial data, including intercompany account reconciliation.
• Approve journal entries, bank reconciliations, commission reports, volume discounts, sales tax reports, and other reports intended for government.
• Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and compliance for financial accuracy and proper governance, maintaining a solid financial control environment.
• Identify control weaknesses and implement new controls, processes and rigor if necessary.
• Lead and coordinate the interim audit and year-end audit ensuring that the deadlines for the internal and external reporting are met.
• Prepare the audited year-end financial statements and related notes.
• Mentor and set goals for direct reports to improve technical skills, general competencies and promote growth.
• Participate in software implementation/conversion.
• Continue to build and develop a strong, performing team who will take ownership and thrive in the roles defined for them.

Conditions of work

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Group insurance & pension plan that includes company contributions.
• Positive work environment focused on knowledge-sharing and valuing individual and team successes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Commerce, or Accounting. CPA designation.
• Minimum of five to eight (5-8) years of experience as a controller in a medium-sized company.
• Excellent knowledge of private company accounting standards.
• In-depth experience in strategic financial planning, budgeting, and accounting with strong exposure to mergers and acquisitions and due diligence.
• Additional experience and knowledge in the field of accounting systems, internal controls, and asset management are essential.
• Ability to motivate teams to produce accurate and timely results in tight deadlines and to simultaneously manage multiple projects.
• An exceptional work ethic and leadership approach that involves rolling up one's sleeves.
• Strong ability to build trust-based relationships with other functions within the company, positioning oneself as a strong financial partner and advisor.
• Exceptional analytical thinking, planning, and priority-setting skills with a strong ability to execute and achieve goals.
• Very precise sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications.