Strategic Corporate Controller for Consolidations & Reporting

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kassen Recruitment seeks a Corporate Controller in Toronto to lead the corporate accounting and financial reporting across multiple entities. Reporting to the CFO, this hands-on role drives consolidations, month-end close, external reporting, audits, and internal controls while partnering with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings IFRS expertise, Big Four background, and a proven track record of improving processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong experience with corporate consolidations and multi-entity financial reporting.
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS and experience applying accounting standards to complex transactions.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Public accounting experience, Big Four or large firm exposure preferred.
• Investment, asset management, natural resources, or other complex corporate reporting experience is considered an asset.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with executive leadership and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, detail-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes ownership of key financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and maintenance of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes across multiple entities.
• Prepare and review intercompany reconciliations, consolidation entries, and financial analyses.
• Oversee the preparation of management reporting packages and regulatory financial disclosures.
• Ensure timely completion of external reporting requirements and regulatory filings.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Prepare complex journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial analyses.
• Coordinate external audits and serve as the primary finance contact for auditors.
• Support technical accounting assessments and the application of accounting standards to complex transactions.
• Assist with the preparation of board reporting materials and executive financial presentations.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting processes, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Support finance transformation initiatives and the implementation of best practices.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and strengthen financial governance.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic business initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects, corporate transactions, and other ad-hoc financial analyses.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance/Commerce)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kassen Recruitment seeks a Corporate Controller in Toronto to lead the corporate accounting and financial reporting across multiple entities. Reporting to the CFO, this hands-on role drives consolidations, month-end close, external reporting, audits, and internal controls while partnering with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings IFRS expertise, Big Four background, and a proven track record of improving processes in a fast-paced environment.