SWT Group is a multi-entity industrial organization with operations spanning Ontario and multiple U.S. states. We're looking for a Controller who's ready to own the accounting function across a growing, complex platform — and who wants to build toward a Director of Finance role over the next several years as our finance function scales.

You'll own month-end close, budgeting, and financial integrity across five entities spanning Canadian and U.S. operations, partner directly with leadership on financial strategy, and help shape the finance team as we grow — with a clear runway to step into a Director of Finance opportunity for the right candidate over time.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting & General Ledger

- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes across all entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger; review journal entries and account reconciliations
- Prepare annual budgets for all entities
- Manage the chart of accounts and ensure consistent application across business units
- Manage business partner credit process
- Reconcile inventory variances across multiple entities
- Coordinate with external accountants; prepare supporting schedules for externally prepared financial statements and tax filings

Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Oversee AP and AR functions, ensuring accurate coding, timely processing, and proper approvals
- Monitor cash flow and maintain cash management reporting for leadership
- Manage vendor relationships and payment terms

Internal Controls & Compliance
- Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, applicable federal and state regulations, and company policy




- Maintain documentation of accounting policies and procedures

Team & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Support insurance renewals, workers' compensation audits, and benefits billing reconciliation as needed
- Partner closely with HR on benefits, new hire/termination processing, and compensation planning
- Supervise or mentor accounting staff as the team grows
- Provide financial analysis and ad hoc reporting to support operational decisions, with direct visibility to leadership

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting role
- Proficiency in accounting software (SAP B1 and Spreadsheet Server knowledge would be an asset)
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP, ASPE, and U.S. payroll tax law
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to manage multiple entities and competing priorities with accuracy and attention to detail

Preferred
- CPA license or actively pursuing
- Familiarity with multi-entity consolidations
- Exposure to 401(k) and U.S. payroll compliance and taxation would be an asset

CORE COMPETENCIES
- Financial integrity and accountability
- Detail orientation with high accuracy under deadlines
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Clear written and verbal communication with all stakeholders
- Discretion with confidential compensation, payroll, and benefits data
- Proactive process improvement mindset
- Strategic mindset with an eye toward taking on greater financial leadership over time

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Advantages

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Division Controller (Windsor)
🏢 SWT Group
📍 Windsor