Financial Controller I

S&A Partners & WCO; Guelph; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing team as a Financial Controller, overseeing financial management for diverse food-focused businesses. You'll manage accounting operations, financial reporting, and help drive strategic goals while enjoying a growth-oriented position with a path to CFO.

Benefits

Competitive salary and extended health benefits

Company stock options

Free meals during work hours

20% discount for you and three guests when off duty

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of financial management experience, ideally in QSR, FSR, CPG, or food manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in financial accounting, cost accounting, and cash flow management.
• Experience preparing reports for management, boards, banks, and stakeholders is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting and financial reporting.
• Maintain the integrity of financial data and oversee financial audits as necessary.
• Manage a team of bookkeepers and junior accountants.

Skills

Financial accounting

Cost accounting

Cash flow management

Analytical skills

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Xero

Dext

Plooto

Cin7

Job description

Salary : Starting from $90,000 to $110,000 (based on experience)

Location : Guelph, ON

Reports to : CEO

We are seeking a Financial Controller for a diverse group of food-focused businesses spanning Quick-Service Restaurants (QSR), Full-Service Restaurants (FSR), CPG, and food manufacturing for one of our clients. With a commitment to quality, growth, and operational excellence, we are looking for a dedicated professional to join our team and drive our financial integrity and strategic objectives.

Job Summary :

As Financial Controller, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, financial reporting, and cash flow management. You will also develop internal control policies and procedures, manage a team of bookkeepers and junior accountants, and ensure our financial operations align with industry best practices and our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory and stakeholder requirements.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes across multiple entities.
• Maintain the integrity of financial data and oversee financial audits as necessary.
• Budgeting & Forecasting : Support the CEO and CFO in developing and managing annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Partner with management to create financial models and reports that support strategic decision-making, especially for CPG and manufacturing cost accounting.
• Operational Finance & Strategy : Oversee daily accounting operations, including AP/AR and payroll, using Xero, Dext, Plooto, and Cin7.
• Manage weekly cash flow and provide reports to the executive team.
• Provide strategic insights on financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and lead margin improvement initiatives.
• Support expansion planning through financial analysis of new ventures, investments, and acquisitions.
• Manage and mentor the finance team, ensuring professional growth and adherence to organizational standards.
• Establish internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets and improve financial reporting accuracy.

Growth Potential : This position offers a pathway to becoming the Chief Financial Officer, based on demonstrated leadership and impact.

Qualifications :

• CPA designation is required; experience in the food industry is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Xero, Dext, Plooto, and Cin7.
• At least 3 years of financial management experience, ideally in QSR, FSR, CPG, or food manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in financial accounting, cost accounting, and cash flow management.
• Knowledge of accounting standards and experience preparing reports for management, boards, banks, and stakeholders is an asset.
• Analytical skills with a strategic mindset to interpret financial data for decision-making.
• Attention to detail, organized, and deadline-oriented.
• Adaptable and flexible, comfortable working in a dynamic startup environment.

What We Offer :

• A dynamic, growth-oriented environment with opportunities to influence financial strategy across multiple business lines.
• Competitive salary and extended health benefits.
• Company stock options.
• Potential to advance to CFO as the company grows.
• On-site position with travel to manufacturing sites as needed.
• Free meals during work hours and 20% discount for you and three guests when off duty.

Employment Equity : We are committed to diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Accessibility Accommodations : We provide accommodations during the recruitment process. Please inform us if you require assistance.