Jobs in Ajax, United States

About the Company

Our client is in the public transit / transportation technology. They are looking for a Controller / Sr Manager to join their team!

• Travel - Maybe once a year or every other year to a finance summit or senior leaders conference; usually in great places like major European cities or warm destinations in the Caribbean
• Excellent boss who will mentor you
• Lots of upside to grow into a Director role in the future

• Oversee and manage the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, including account reconciliations and Blackline preparation/review.
• Contribute to planning and implementation of revised financial organization structure.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of NetSuite, including system configuration, data migration, reporting, and user training.
• Develop and implement robust financial controls and scalable processes to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and governance.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of a revised financial organization structure and team build-out (e.g., hire General Accountant in 2025).
• Monitor and manage working capital to optimize cash flow and ensure the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany balances, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee payroll-related accounting entries, validate bonus settlements, and support compensation reporting, including US wellness benefits tracking.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment and support for financial initiatives.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts (QSR) and analyze variances against actuals.
• Approve accounts payable entries, oversee accounts receivable aging and reporting, and ensure accurate intercompany and expense allocations.
• Own revenue recognition processes, including rev rec checklists, WIP reconciliation and aging analysis, and quarterly WIP disclosures.
• Lead internal and external audits, maintain compliance documentation (e.g., RCM matrix, AIF), and oversee lease accounting and OpenAir governance.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to streamline finance operations and increase team efficiency.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management to finance team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Handle ad hoc requests from the Finance Director and GM of MoD.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and its application in financial reporting and compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting, with a focus on month-end reporting, financial systems implementation, and working capital management.

$120,000 - $135,000 / year

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.