Our client is a well-established GTA business seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller to take ownership of its accounting and financial operations. This is an key leadership role for someone who enjoys being close to the business, leading a small team and providing accurate, timely financial insight to ownership and management.

Responsibilities
Lead the full accounting cycle, including AR, AP, GL, month-end and year-end close.
Prepare monthly financial statements, analysis, reporting and supporting schedules.
Oversee cash management, banking, payroll and benefits administration.
Manage vendor rebates, incentive programs and related reconciliations.
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance, including HST, WSIB, EHT and CRA requirements.
Support annual audits and year-end financial reporting.
Partner with sales and operational teams on financial and system-related matters.
Act as the primary accounting resource for the company’s STORIS ERP/POS environment.
Lead and develop a team of 5.

Qualificatioins
CPA designation required with 5+ years of senior accounting experience up to mid-size private companies.




Solid full-cycle accounting and financial reporting experience.
Retail experience and STORIS knowledge are solid assets.
Advanced Excel skills, including automation.
Strong understanding of payroll, cash management, reconciliations and internal controls.
Hands-on, organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
High level of professionalism, confidentiality and accountability.

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

The posted salary range reflects expected compensation for this role in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications and may fall anywhere within the range.
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📌 Assistant Controller Retail North York
🏢 Recruiting in Motion
📍 North York