Financial Controller - West Island

Exceleris; Montreal; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable family office is seeking a Financial Controller to manage full-cycle accounting for investment holding companies. This leadership role involves overseeing accounting processes, ensuring tax compliance, and mentoring a team of four. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of accounting experience with an investment focus, excellent leadership skills, and a CPA designation. The position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience with investment focus.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
• Strong attention to detail and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month/year-end close for multiple entities.
• Manage investment accounting and portfolio reporting.
• Handle tax compliance: GST/QST, T5s, NR slips, corporate filings.
• Lead and coach a team of four accounting professionals.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and banks.
• Improve internal controls and optimize processes.

Skills

Progressive accounting experience

Leadership and mentoring skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

CPA certification

Job description

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About the Role:

Our client, a reputable family office, is hiring a Financial Controller to oversee full-cycle accounting for a group of investment holding companies. Reporting to the VP of Finance, this leadership role is ideal for a hands-on CPA with investment accounting experience and a talent for team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee month/year-end close for multiple entities
• Manage investment accounting and portfolio reporting
• Handle tax compliance: GST/QST, T5s, NR slips, corporate filings
• Lead and coach a team of four accounting professionals
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and banks
• Improve internal controls and optimize processes

What You Bring:

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience (investment focus required)
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and strategic thinking

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Financial Services and Investment Management

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