Controller

We offer more than a job, we offer a career!

• We support our employees to shape their career by encouraging continuing education and investing in training and development.
• We put our employees at the center of what we do to allow them to grow personally and professionally, with projects and challenges that are motivating and rewarding.
• We inspire people to do what they are passionate about by believing in integrity, respect and recognition of diversity and community support.
• We are a dynamic team where entrepreneurship, innovation and collaboration are at the core of our values.
• We offer competitive salaries and a multitude of benefits starting day one including generous medical and dental coverage, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, and retirement and savings programs.
• We recognize the importance of work-life balance with our hybrid work program, wellness allowance, and year-round social activities and events.

We are looking for a Controller to join our team in our Montreal office!

As a Finance Director - Controller, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy and reality of the financial operations of the Realty division and TSW and coordinating the production of multiple deliverables.

You will be directly involved in system optimization and process improvement.

If you're a career professional looking for a fast-paced work environment where growth is paramount, you'll love working on our team!

Your Day as a Controller

• Prepare and issue Realty and TSW's monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Prepare an analytical review of Realty and TSW's monthly and quarterly results.
• Prepare annual budgets for Realty and TSW.
• Manage the implementation of and ongoing compliance with financial and operational policies, procedures and controls across the group.
• Identify present or future risks in Realty and TSW's business.
• Participate in the development of financial and operational policies, procedures and controls across the group.
• Participate in the optimization of national processes and the implementation of changes related to the accounting system.
• Establish strong and transparent relationships with Realty's management (Vancouver and head office in Montreal).
• Work with regional offices to ensure that financial information is transmitted to regional management and head office in a timely and consistent manner.
• Work collaboratively with other regional controllers to share best practices and ensure consistency across the organization.
• Perform post-transaction work for acquired businesses to ensure smooth operational and financial integration.
• Travel 3-4 times per year to the Vancouver office.
• Support to the finance team and other related tasks and projects.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant experience acquired in a business environment in a similar role or in an accounting firm as well as experience in insurance services or in a field related to financial services would be an asset.
• Hold a Recognized Accounting Designation (CPA)
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial reporting and the internal control environment
• Able to effectively explain and articulate strategic, financial, and business fundamentals to a variety of people, with varying degrees of financial and business knowledge
• Able to quickly build trust and credibility within a complex and growing organization
• A results-oriented approach, combined with a desire to ensure a high level of standards and consistency
• Ability to demonstrate creativity in proposed solutions
• Bilingual with strong verbal and written communication skills in French and English. The candidate will work in English with stakeholders (colleagues and clients) outside of Quebec.
• Good knowledge of the MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, and Word)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Who we are

Founded in 1987 by Barry F. Lorenzetti, BFL CANADA is one of the largest employee-owned and operated Risk Management, Insurance Brokerage, and Employee Benefits consulting services firms in North America.

The firm has a team of more than 1300 professionals located in 27 offices across the country. Our employees have free rein to demonstrate their creativity, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills since we believe in each one of them.

BFL CANADA is a founding Partner of Lockton Global LLP, a partnership of independent insurance brokers who provide Risk Management, Insurance and Benefits Consulting services in over 140 countries around the world.

Our Montreal office is located at the heart of downtown Montreal, the largest city in Quebec. Our employees can benefit from the numerous exciting activities organized in the neighborhood.

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Visit our website to learn more about us : www.bflcanada.ca

We welcomeand encourage applications from people with diverse abilities. BFL Canada is committed to fostering an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible to all.

The diversity of our talents enables innovation and creativity through diverse backgrounds, different thinking, and unique knowledge.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Offers of employment at BFL CANADA are conditional upon satisfactory results of background verifications.

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