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Financial ControllerHalma • Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Halma • Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Ever wondered what its like working for one of the largest underwater robot manufacturers in the world Deep Trekker is a local high tech company and were growing again! Take a virtual ride with some awesome robots hear from our team and learn why Deep Trekker is the right team for you.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

  • Lead the monthly half-year and annual financial close processes ensuring accuracy timeliness and adherence to IFRS.
  • Prepare and review financial statements management reports and variance analyses.
  • Oversee complex financial accounting areas including warranty provisions inventory reserves accruals and other significant estimates requiring judgment.
  • Maintain full compliance with Canadian statutory reporting obligations and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
  • Oversee and maintain internal controls accounting policies and financial governance processes.
  • Manage fixed assets revenue recognition inventory accounting and costing models.
  • Coordinate intercompany reconciliations and reporting within Halmas group environment.

Budgeting Forecasting & Analysis

  • Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasts.
  • Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making operational efficiency and cost control.
  • Partner with department leaders to interpret results monitor KPIs and support business case development.
  • Treasury Tax & Regulatory

  • Oversee cash management banking relationships working capital optimization and cash forecasting.
  • Coordinate corporate tax filings with external advisors and ensure compliance with CRA and IRS requirements.
  • Review tax filings for Chilean legal entity and approve filing with the SII.
  • Administer Canadian indirect taxes (HST / GST) and support U.S. sales tax compliance activities including implementation of Avalara tax for U.S. sales tax automation and compliance.
  • Develop processes for monitoring U.S. state nexus and sales-tax obligations; liaise with external compliance providers.
  • Systems Processes & Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain and optimize financial workflows within the ERP environment.
  • Serve as a key contributor in ERP implementation or expansion projects; experience with Odoo is an asset.
  • Lead process-improvement initiatives across finance purchasing operations and reporting functions.
  • Support the development of automated and scalable reporting through Excel PowerQuery and Power BI.
  • Statutory and Statistical Filings

  • Manage all Canadian and U.S. statistical and governmental reporting obligations including recurring Statistics Canada surveys industry reporting and U.S. economic census-related filings as applicable.
  • Ensure accuracy completeness and timely submission of all required statistical returns.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to gather required operational sales and production data.
  • Maintain documentation and controls to support auditability and compliance with federal and state / provincial data-reporting standards.
  • Team Leadership

  • Mentor and oversee finance team members providing guidance on accounting best practices.
  • Establish performance measurement standards and support professional development ensuring continuous upskilling of the finance team.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations sales supply chain and engineering teams.
  • Uphold a strong culture of accountability accuracy and continuous improvement.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related discipline.
  • 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles ideally in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS internal controls and financial statement preparation.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including demonstrated experience with PowerQuery.
  • Experience leading month-end close processes audit preparation and financial reporting.
  • Strong understanding of inventory costing and manufacturing workflows.
  • Preferred & Asset Qualifications

  • Experience with U.S. sales-tax administration and multi-state nexus compliance.
  • Experience with ERP systems; exposure to Odoo is a significant asset.
  • Working knowledge of Power BI and data-model development considered an advantage.
  • Experience in intercompany reporting within a public-company or multinational environment.
  • Familiarity with Tagetik or similar consolidation tools for intercompany eliminations and group reporting.
  • Experience working within a decentralized group structure ideally in a publicly traded global organization.
  • Key Competencies

  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on improving systems processes and reporting discipline.
  • Genuine interest in Deep Trekkers business robotics technology and Halmas mission of improving the quality of life through innovative safety health and environmental solutions.
  • What We Offer

  • Dynamic hands-on work environment where your ideas make an impact.
  • RRSP matching program (5%)
  • Free Health dental and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for career growth.
  • A supportive and fun team culture where we celebrate wins and learn from challenges.
  • Deep Trekker is an equal-opportunity employer and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application and / or interview process should notify us at

    At Deep Trekker we are agile passionate and innovative. We dream it and then do it together by learning collaborating and reinventing whats possible.

    Not the right fit Let us know youre interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

    Key Skills

    Accounting Software,GAAP,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,IFRS,Sage,Regulatory Reporting,Workers' Compensation Law,Budgeting,ERP Systems,Financial Management

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

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