Overview :
Insight Global is seeking an Assistant Controller to join a leading post-secondary institution. This role will oversee financial reporting, audits, tax compliance, and system management, while ensuring strong internal controls and process efficiency. Acting as a strategic advisor to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will play a key role in financial transparency and system integration, managing a team of seven including four direct reports.
Required Qualifications
- Professional accounting designation in good standing and relevant degree (or equivalent education / experience).
- 5–7 years of progressive finance / accounting experience in a large, complex, multi‑fund environment (public sector preferred).
- Strong knowledge of Public Sector and Not‑for‑Profit Accounting Standards, GST / PST / MRDT, and CRA charity guidelines.
- Experience with integrated financial / accounting systems and complex data analysis.
- Proven leadership skills managing teams and driving process improvements.
- Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
- Superior communication skills (oral and written), with ability to present complex information clearly.
- Highly organized, detail‑oriented, able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Demonstrated tact, discretion, and sound judgment.
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