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Financial Controller

Ottawa, Ontario
CA$84,588 - CA$98,686/yearly
Mid Level
contract

Top Benefits

$120,000 - $140,000 salary range
3 weeks’ vacation pro-rated
Hybrid work model – 2 days WFH

About the role

Our client, a well-established organization with a strong global presence, is seeking a Financial Controller to join them for a 3-month contract with the possibility of extension. This role offers the opportunity to support multiple regional teams, including operations in the U.S. and Latin America, with responsibilities spanning full-cycle controllership, financial reporting, audits, payroll, and tax compliance. Reporting to senior leadership, this position plays a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and scalability. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, communicates effectively, and works well independently. Main responsibilities include:

  • Prepare financial statements, manage monthly and year-end close processes, support SOX documentation and liaise with auditors
  • Oversee sales tax compliance, review contracts for tax consistency, track revenue, and handle tax risk mitigation
  • Manage payroll processing, 401(k) reconciliation, 1099 reporting, and commission calculations
  • Administer banking, approve disbursements, reconcile accounts, manage intercompany billing, and support budgeting
  • Assist with royalties, maintain financial controls, and coordinate compliance filings

This opportunity offers a flexible work schedule, solid work-life balance, and competitive compensation. If you excel in dynamic, multi-entity environments and combine sharp analytical skills with a collaborative approach, this role offers an excellent fit. Apply today!

Qualifications

The main qualifications for this role include:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • A CPA designation, complete or in progress, is considered an asset
  • Minimum 5-8 years of progressive financial management experience
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Highly organized and strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills

Assets:

  • System experience with SAP or ADP
  • Experience with SOX
  • US GAAP experience

How You Will Be Rewarded:

  • $120,000 - $140,000 salary range
  • 3 weeks’ vacation pro-rated
  • Hybrid work model – 2 days WFH
  • Free parking

Location : Ottawa

Internal Job ID# : 4861

Recruiter Name : Matt Stevenson

About Stevenson & White

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Stevenson & White is Canadian owned and operated. Located in Ottawa, we specialize in the recruitment of finance, accounting and payroll professionals at all levels. We place people on a permanent, contract and temporary basis across all business sectors and at all levels, from the Junior Accountant to the CFO.

When it comes to recruitment, we believe it is all about the fit! We know that what we do has to be more than simply matching resumes to job descriptions which is why we meet with our clients and candidates face to face whenever possible before working with them!

In 2000, Stevenson & White was created to offer a more personalized service to both clients and candidates. Now, thanks to the loyal support of our clients and candidates we are a market leader in Ottawa and the surrounding area!

Contact us today and learn more about how we can help you!

(613) 225-5417 info@stevensonandwhite.com