Financial Controller

You can look forward to: * An organization focused on agility and innovation * Working with dedicated and passionate people * Support in achieving your professional goals * Hybrid telework policy * Monday to Friday work week with flexible scheduling options * Access to a full selection of extended benefits and vacation eligibility from day one * Flexible retirement investment plan with employer and employee contributions (Up to 7% from the employer) * 14.5 paid statutory days * Salary top-up for parental leaves WORK LOCATION Pointe-Claire, Québec city or Vancouver Description In line with our values of collaboration and integrity, we are seeking a positive and energetic financial controller to contribute to the success of our organization. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Controller plays a key role in the organization’s financial management. He or she contributes to the reliability of financial information, the optimization of processes, and the rigorous monitoring of projects. Responsibilities/Challenges: * Responsible for day-to-day accounting activities (month-end closing, reconciliations, journal entries); * Validate terms and conditions of revenue contracts; set up revenue contracts and financial projects in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; coordinate invoicing; prepare claims for government contracts; * Ensure the preparation of financial statements and management reports; * Participate in budget development and budget monitoring; * Ensure financial monitoring of projects (revenue, costs, margins); * Manage and optimize project-based accounting processes; * Collaborate with internal teams to monitor various funding sources; * Ensure the completion of financial audits and regulatory compliance; * Ensure the application of and compliance with current accounting standards; * Manage commercial insurance; * Establish and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions; * Produce financial analyses to support strategic decision-making; * Implement and improve internal controls; * Support the finance team in all projects; Qualifications: *  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; * At least 7 years of experience; * Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation; * Experience in project-based financial management or in a multi-funding environment (strong asset); * Knowledge of ERP systems such as Netsuite (a significant asset); * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP function); * Expertise in process documentation. * Bilingualism required due to Canada-wide responsibilities Skills: *  Interest in and proficiency with software; * Strong organizational skills and the ability to structure one’s work independently; * Ability to thrive in a complex and ever-changing environment; * Demonstrates leadership and problem-solving skills. FPInnovations respects equal opportunities in employment.

The Financial Controller manages day-to-day accounting activities, including month-end closing, financial statements, and budget monitoring. They are also responsible for optimizing project-based accounting processes and ensuring regulatory compliance and internal controls.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and a CPA designation with at least 7 years of experience. Proficiency in ERP systems like Netsuite and advanced Excel skills are highly valued.

• Extended Benefits • Vacation Eligibility From Day One • Flexible Retirement Investment Plan • Employer Contributions Up To 7% • 14.5 Paid Statutory Days • Salary Top-up For Parental Leaves

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• Financial Management
• Month-end Closing
• Financial Reporting
• Budget Development
• Project-based Accounting
• Financial Audits
• Regulatory Compliance
• Accounting Standards
• Internal Controls
• Financial Analysis
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Process Documentation
• Leadership
• Problem-solving
• Organizational Skills

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week