Financial Controller

Harlo Entertainment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlo Entertainment seeks a Financial Controller to join their finance team. The role involves overseeing accounting operations and management of financial reporting while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting, strong organizational skills, and several years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with benefits

Professional development programs

Unlimited vacation policy

Dynamic office culture

Exclusive perks from portfolio companies

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience, including at least 3 years at a national accounting firm.
• Experience in building internal controls and financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting for accounting department and manage month end close process.
• Act as IFRS/ASPE subject matter expert for all financial reports.
• Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Push Operations

Sage Intacct

ERP Systems

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Harlo Entertainment is a Toronto-based operator, management and private equity company, delivering value over 30 years of aggregate experience in both the hospitality and entertainment industry. With first-hand insights and perspectives, Harlo Entertainment defines best-in-class, luxury experience and is deeply committed to the highest level of guest satisfaction.

We are a collection of diverse individuals with unique skill sets and subject matter expertise focused on building and scaling ventures. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work across multiple high-profile, growing brands including Shake Shack Canada, Kasa Moto, MIMI Chinese, Sunny’s Chinese, Parc Ave, Valerie, Roses Social and more. Check out our website to learn more: www.harloentertainment.com We are a people-first culture. We strive to create great outcomes and to establish win-win partnerships through integrity, reliability, inclusivity, and great communication. Our greatest asset is our people, as they are the powerhouses behind our outcomes.

As an integral member of the Finance Team, the Controller is an experienced, business-minded professional with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are looking for someone to oversee and manage financial reporting of our accounting department reporting to our VP of Finance.

What You’ll Do

• Assisting with the full accounting cycle, leading month end close process for several portfolio assets
• Oversee the preparation of working papers and coordination with external accounting firm, coordinate timelines for all engagements (review, notice to readers, T2 returns) for all Harlo entities
• Lead corporate reporting for parent company and holding company assets as well as legacy investment vehicles
• Act as IFRS/ASPE subject matter expert applying sound accounting principles/practices for all financial reports
• Maintaining consistent reporting and positive working relations with our partners, mortgage lenders, banks, financial partners, external accountants/auditors, and any government agencies, representing the company as needed
• Oversee the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements.
• Analyze certain accounts to ensure accuracy and discrepancy resolution
• Support Sr Director, Finance and VP Finance in all bank reporting obligations
• Maintain and modify chart of accounts, as required
• Maintain and ensure consistency in departmental and GL mapping accounts
• Ensure inter-company transactions balance
• Manage legal and organizational documents ensuring all are executed and communicated to tax team as needed
• Support team growth through training initiatives
• Ensure that the company's financial records are current, accurate and complete

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5-7 years' experience, with a minimum of 3 years at a national accounting firm
• Strong knowledge of Accounting Systems including Push Operations, Sage Intacct and ERP systems
• High proficiency in Excel
• Organized team player with exceptional attention to detail
• Persistent in meeting reporting deadlines with an ability to drive results from all parties
• Curious and self-starter attitude with ability to prioritize
• Experience building internal control and financial processes
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, including comprehensive benefits, spending account and professional development program.
• Opportunity to develop skills and gain experience in multiple disciplines in a fast-paced environment.
• Dynamic and fun office culture with colleagues who share the same core values.
• Exclusive perks from our portfolio companies, including restaurants and fitness studios.
• Unlimited vacation policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital, military and veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance, Administrative, and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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