Controller Jobs in Kitchener, ON

Are you living in the Waterloo/Kitchener/Guelph area and looking for a Controller role?

We've partnered with a growing company that is seeking a detail-oriented, highly analytical, and hands-on Controller to oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and budgeting processes. In this role, you will not just manage the numbers from a high level; you will actively execute monthly closes, build financial models, and directly ensure payroll accuracy. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable shifting seamlessly between strategic financial planning and deep-dive transactional accounting work.

In addition, you will be responsible for the Risk Management and Compliance piece which includes leading, updating and maintaining the companies risk management framework.

***This is an IN OFFICE role requiring you to work 5 days a week in office

To be considered for this role, our client is looking for someone with the following skills/qualifications;

• At least 5 years experience in a managerial level where you've done the full cycle accounting while managing a team
• Strong background where you've managed, coached a small team
• Experience working with Accounting systems. If you have prior experience with Sage and MIS, that would be ideal
• CPA in good standing