If you enjoy being responsible for managing the treasury, banking and financial functions, preparation of internal and external financial statements, financial reporting, related party reporting, general accounting functions and controls, and special projects as required– all while having fun doing it, apply to our Financial Controller opportunity so we can meet you!

What You’ll Love About Us:

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Company paid health, vision & dental benefits
• Sick pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• RRSP/DPSP matching
• Opportunities for training & advancement
• 100% Canadian-family owned company with a culture of super-friendly staff and above-and-beyond customer service
• Perks, Perks, Perks! Discount on products sold in our retail stores, free daily dairy beverages (we do make awesome milk) provided in all our company fridges and an active social committee. And the best thing about working at Kawartha Dairy – you get FREE ICE CREAM!!!

What You’ll Do:

The Controller will develop and implement strategies that enhance the company's ability to manage its assets and resources most effectively, and in particular will:

• Establish and maintain financial internal controls for the business, creating Policies & Procedures to support them.
• Manage monthly close process
• Prepare monthly filings to CRA and external stakeholders
• Establish and maintain policies and procedures for the Finance department
• Manage general accounting processes, A/P and payment
• Prepare monthly internal reporting, annual cash flow, balance sheet annual financial statements.
• Prepare reporting and ensure compliance with all requirements of the banking and financing agreements
• Manage three direct reports
• Lead Cash Flow capability compliance across the functions
• Lead external audit process and company wide insurance needs
• Support a work environment based on respect for the individual, diversity, open communication, teamwork, excellence in achievement and performance management that attracts, challenges, develops, rewards, and retains top industry talent
• Liaise with operations functions, manage the integration of company core business processes and the financial support tools necessary to support the business
• Ensure positive continuous improvement to the accounting and reporting function and associated processes
• Knowledge of and adherence to all applicable Kawartha Dairy Limited policies, procedures and relevant administrative practices
• Strong understanding and commitment to quality service and best practices

What You Need to Get the Job Done:

• CPA or CA Designation required and a Bachelor of Commerce, or equivalent undergraduate degree.
• Minimum 5 years in a financial area including a minimum of 3 years producing monthly financial statements
• Knowledge of accounting principles, audit techniques, financial reporting standards, budgeting procedures and cost control systems is required.
• Preferred
• Preference will be given to a candidate coming from a food or beverage company or process / food manufacturing environment
• Experience in the Netsuite system an asset

W e thank all candidates for their interest in Kawartha Dairy Limited, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and support applicants with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. The personal information being collected will be used in accordance with Protection of Privacy Act and shall only be used in the selection of a suitable candidate.