Financial Controller - 12 months

The Mason Group; London; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in the cannabis industry is seeking a Financial Controller in Ontario to oversee financial processes and lead budgeting efforts. This role demands strong leadership skills, a background in manufacturing finance, and proficiency in SAGE X3. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• 2+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Expertise with ERP systems, especially SAGE X3.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain general ledger and perform account reconciliations.
• Lead annual budget planning cycle and collaborate with departments.
• Develop and maintain cash flow forecast.
• Manage company’s cash conversion cycle.
• Provide financial analysis for CapEx projects.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

ERP Systems

Budget Planning

Cash Flow Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related

CPA or CMA designation

Tools

SAGE X3

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading provider in the cannabis industry, is seeking a Financial Controller to join their growing team in Aylmer. This is a key leadership opportunity for a strategic and hands-on finance professional with a strong background in manufacturing finance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire month-end and year-end close processes to ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement).
• Maintain the general ledger, perform account reconciliations, and manage fixed assets, ensuring all financial records are up-to-date and compliant.
• Lead the annual budget planning cycle by collaborating with department heads (e.g., production, sales, operations) to create a detailed, operational, and financial budget.
• Develop and maintain a rolling cash flow forecast to proactively identify potential cash surpluses or shortfalls, allowing for timely decision-making.
• Manage the company’s cash conversion cycle by optimizing the collection of accounts receivable (A/R) and strategically managing the payment of accounts payable (A/P).
• Provide expert financial analysis and modeling for potential capital expenditure (CapEx) projects, such as the purchase of new manufacturing equipment or technology, to assess ROI and payback periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is a prerequisite. A CPA or CMA designation is considered a significant asset, demonstrating a high level of professional competence and ethical standards.
• A minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance is required, with at least 2+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is essential, with specific proficiency in SAGE X3 being a key requirement.