Controller (Montreal)

Controller (Montreal)

07 Aug
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Torngat Metals
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Montreal

07 Aug

Torngat Metals

Montreal

At Torngat Metals, we are developing the Strange Lake project to meet the urgent global demand for responsibly sourced rare earths that are essential to the energy transition. We are currently seeking talented individuals who are eager to contribute to our highly strategic project and play a role in shaping a resilient and responsible rare earth industry in Canada.Torngat Metals is seeking a qualified Controller to join its team located in Montreal. Reporting to the VP Finance, this role is responsible for the overall management of the company's financial functions and reporting. The role will evolve with the project's advancement into operations.What You'll Do:Lead and oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities of the company, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standardsAct as a key financial partner to the VP Finance, supporting strategic decision-making as the project advances toward development and operationsCoordinate the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual internal and external financial statementsOversee all regulatory and statutory reporting requirements, including tax filings, government reporting, and compliance obligationsPrepare, review, and maintain accounting policies, technical accounting memos, and documentation in accordance with IFRSManage cash disbursements, treasury activities, and short-term cash forecastingMaintain and optimize the current accounting system (SAGE 50), while playing a leading role in the evaluation and future implementation of a cloud-based accounting system and eventual ERP integrationStrengthen existing financial processes and design scalable financial and reporting frameworks to support future operational growthLead the annual budgeting process,



periodic reforecasts, and variance analysis, providing explicit insights and recommendations to managementDesign, implement, and continuously improve internal controls, ensuring a strong control environment as the organization growsTrain, supervise, and mentor accounting staff (accounts payable administrator / financial analyst), with involvement in the recruitment of future finance team membersSupport audit processes and act as the primary point of contact with external auditors and advisorWhat We're Looking For:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldChartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation requiredMinimum of 6 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management roleExperience within a mining, industrial, manufacturing, or process-driven environment strongly preferredExperience in a public company environment and solid working knowledge of IFRS; Experience/exposure in the implementation of national instrument 52-109/ Sarbanes‐Oxley Act (SOX)Strong technical accounting background with the ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting standardsHands‐on experience with accounting systems (SAGE 50 or similar); exposure to system implementations or process transformation considered an assetStrong analytical skills, attention to detail,



and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, evolving environmentComfortable operating in a lean organization and building structure and processes where neededExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functionsBilingual (French and English), both written and spokenWhy You'll Love It:Competitive compensation with a bonus programGroup RRSP with up to 5% employer contributionFlexible hours and hybrid work scheduleGenerous benefits (health, dental and vision)Employee assistance programProfessional development and career advancement opportunitiesFree coffee!Who We Are:Torngat Metals is a private company based in Canada advancing the Strange Lake rare earth project—one of the world's most notable sources of heavy rare earth elements used in low‐carbon and high‐tech solutions. With development activities in Québec, and Newfoundland & Labrador, we are committed to implementing environmental best practices into our operations and building strong partnerships with local communities. Our objective is to contribute to strengthening global supply chain resilience and to positioning Canada as a credible source of critical materials such as dysprosium and terbium.Torngat Metals is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work workplace. All employees are expected to follow safety procedures to help protect themselves and others.If you're excited to contribute to a large-scale, strategic project that will help shape Canada's critical minerals industry, we want you on our team—apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Controller (Montreal)
🏢 Torngat Metals
📍 Montreal

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