Accounting Controller

About LFC

The company is a progressive and innovative designer and manufacturer of innovative office furniture and workspace solutions sold through a North American dealer network. We’re looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to take ownership of our accounting function and department and help management make informed business decisions.

This role suits someone who enjoys both the detail of day-to-day accounting, managing a small team, working closely with our sales and operations department and the broader responsibility of managing financial performance with our Senior Leadership team.

What you’ll do

• Manage day-to-day accounting, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll coordination.

• Own month-end and year-end close, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports with clear explanations of results, trends, and variances.

• Monitor cash flow, maintain forecasts, and proactively manage collections and payment requirements.

• Develop budgets and forecasts with management, tracking performance against targets.

• Analyze product and project profitability, including material, labour, freight, and overhead costs.

• Maintain accurate inventory accounting and support inventory reconciliations and costing.

• Help management understand margins, expenses, working capital, and opportunities to improve profitability.

• Maintain internal controls and improve accounting processes, reporting, and financial systems.

• Coordinate with external accountants on year-end requirements, tax filings, and related matters.

• Support applicable sales tax filings, payroll remittances, and other reporting deadlines.

• Experience with maintaining and managing the financial components of ERP/MRP systems. Experience with the Seradex ERP system is an asset.

What you bring

• At least five years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for month-end close and financial reporting.

• Experience as a Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, or Controller.

• Managing a small team of staff

• CPA designation

• Experience in manufacturing, furniture, distribution, or another inventory-based business is a strong asset.

• A solid understanding of inventory, costing, margins, and cash flow management.

• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting or ERP systems.

• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

• The ability to communicate financial information clearly to people outside accounting.

• A practical approach and willingness to handle both routine accounting tasks and financial analysis.

Why join?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of the accounting function and work closely with management. Your work will help shape business decisions, strengthen financial processes, and improve visibility into company performance.

Benefits: Health and Dental, Performance Bonus, other

How to apply

Apply through Indeed with your résumé and a brief introduction outlining your relevant accounting experience, including any experience with inventory, costing, or manufacturing.

We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.