Financial Controller

WHAT DOES THIS JOB ENTAIL?

As a Controller, you will be responsible for the accounting / finance operations of the company. This includes, but is not limited to, general bookkeeping, monthly reconciliations, HST and other filings, payroll administration, financial reporting / analysis, A / R, A / P, and cash management. You will also help to analyze financial performance of the business including macro and micro level budgeting and forecasting, developing and improving processes and systems. In addition, you will be responsible for preparing monthly / quarterly / annual financial statements and working with an external accountant.

WHAT EXACTLY WOULD YOU BE DOING?

• Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A / R, A / P, GL and Counsel, Cost Accounting, monthly reconciliations, HST and other fillings, financial reporting & analysis, margin analysis;
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances;
• Develop and implement accounting strategies, policies, processes and controls to maintain and strengthen internal accounting practices;
• Manage the reporting requirements and reimbursement process for all grants and subsidies associated with the business;
• Support the sourcing and proposal generation and submissions for relevant grants and subsidies;
• Work with management team and other key stakeholders to coordinate invoicing, payroll, financial statements, cash flow and etc.;
• Prepare and report monthly / quarterly financial statements along with dashboard and KPI reporting;
• Ensure quality assurance over financial transactions and financial reporting;
• Manage payroll administration and ensure payroll deductions and activities are compliant (Payroll is currently handled via Quickbooks);
• Manage and comply with provincial, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings;
• Ensure accounts payable are paid in accordance with relevant terms;
• Ensure accounts receivable are collected on time and identify any potential issues or concerns;
• Provide second line of support for customer issues;
• Collaborate effectively with all members of the team;
• Fulfill additional work-related duties as required / assigned;
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development;
• Additional controller duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

CORE TRAITS YOU MUST HAVE TO BE PART OF OUR TEAM!