Controller (Term Contract)

We are looking for a Controller is responsible for overseeing and reviewing the daily accounting operations of the team including preparation and review of ledger entries and reconciliations ensuring compliance with financial accounting policies and procedures and assisting in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, as well as providing financial insights that contribute to the strategic decision-making process. In addition to financial accounting and reporting, the Controller will oversee the accounting and administrative functions related to accounts receivable, merchant services, and cash management activities. This role involves direct supervision of accounting staff, fostering professional growth through mentorship, goal setting, and performance evaluations. The Controller will ensure the effective utilization of accounting systems, maintain internal controls to protect organizational assets, and support various revenue initiatives. Now, if you were to come on board as our Controller, we’d ask you to do the following for us: * Manage site finance team through full cycle accounting processes * Provide accounting and financial analysis to ensure accurate financial statements within specific deadlines * Ensure all financial-related contractual obligations for clients are being achieved * Review all clients reporting/invoices accurately and promptly * Review balance sheet analysis * Answer queries for and support Operations Management and Sr. Management * Address queries from internal and external auditors and the client * Ensure operations adheres to company policies Think you have what it takes to be our Controller? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role: * Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting * Accounting Designation or equivalent work experience * 5 years Financial Accounting experience in a computerized accounting environment * Exceptional analytical skills and the initiative to solve problems * Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team environment, both in the office and with Operations * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Strong organizational skills * Previous supervisory or management experience is preferred

The Controller oversees daily accounting operations, including ledger entries, reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statements. They also manage the finance team, ensure compliance with internal controls, and provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Candidates must have a post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting and an accounting designation or equivalent experience. A minimum of 5 years of financial accounting experience in a computerized environment is required, along with strong analytical and supervisory skills.

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Financial analysisPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial accounting
• Ledger entries
• Reconciliations
• Financial statements
• Accounts receivable
• Merchant services
• Cash management
• Internal controls
• Financial analysis
• Supervisory skills
• Mentorship
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week