Controller

Job summary

Own the month-end close and accounting operations across multiple legal entities, producing accurate, review-ready financial statements and management reports with documented reconciliations and variance analysis. Maintain accounting processes and internal controls, oversee payroll accounting and filings, improve systems and reporting, and lead the internal finance or accounting team.

Job details

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow. At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. Our Windsor office is seeking a hands-on Controller to own day-to-day accounting operations in a multi-entity environment. This role is accountable for execution, accuracy, and discipline across the close cycle—ensuring first run financial statements are complete, reliable, and variance reviewed prior to senior review. Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity. “There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.” Your role: Accounting & Close Ownership Own the full month end close process across multiple legal entities Deliver accurate, review ready internal financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) Ensure journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and reconciliations are complete and technically sound Maintain balance sheet integrity with documented, timely reconciliations Financial Reporting & Variance Review Prepare internal management reporting packages Perform variance analysis versus budget and prior periods Identify unusual items, trends, and control issues before escalation Provide clear explanations and supporting detail for results Process Discipline & Internal Controls Ensure accounting processes are followed consistently and on schedule Maintain and enhance documented accounting policies and procedures Identify breakdowns, inefficiencies, or risks and implement practical improvements Ensure appropriate accounting treatment across a group structure Payroll & Operational Finance Oversee payroll processing, ROEs, and yearend filings (T4s) in coordination with HR Ensure payroll, benefits, and related liabilities are accurately recorded Systems & Reporting Leverage accounting systems and reporting tools to improve accuracy and efficiency Ensure data integrity between subledgers, payroll, and the general ledger Power BI dashboard development and financial visualization experience is a strong asset What you bring to the table: University degree in Accounting or Business CPA designation required 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with full cycle close responsibility Demonstrated experience in multi-entity / group accounting environments Strong technical accounting foundation with a practical execution mindset Advanced Excel skills and strong financial data management capability Experience building or maintaining Power BI dashboards for management reporting is an asset Experience leading or managing an internal finance or accounting team, including setting expectations, reviewing work quality, and ensuring deadlines and standards are met High attention to detail, ownership mentality, and ability to enforce deadlines and standards independently Where you’ll work: Windsor, ON Job type: Permanent, Full-time Salary range: Will be communicated at a later stage in the hiring process. When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you. We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package based on experience and qualifications, as well as the opportunity to excel and advance your career in a dynamic public accounting environment. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Own the month-end close and accounting operations across multiple legal entities, producing accurate, review-ready financial statements and management reports with documented reconciliations and variance analysis. Maintain accounting processes and internal controls, oversee payroll accounting and filings, improve systems and reporting, and lead the internal finance or accounting team.

Requirements

Requires a university degree in Accounting or Business, a CPA designation, and at least seven years of progressive accounting experience with full-cycle close responsibility, including multi-entity accounting. Candidates should have strong technical accounting, advanced Excel and financial data management skills, and experience leading an accounting team; Power BI dashboard experience is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Benefits Package

Listed skills

• Month-End Close · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Power BI · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Month-End Close
• Multi-Entity Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Variance Analysis
• Journal Entries
• Accruals
• Prepaid Expenses
• Account Reconciliations
• Internal Controls
• Accounting Policies and Procedures
• Payroll Processing
• T4 Filings
• Advanced Excel
• Power BI
• Financial Data Management
• Team Leadership

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Data & Analytics

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