About The RoleWe are seeking a Senior Controller to oversee all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies while delivering accurate and timely financial statements. This role is responsible for key functions including SOX compliance, monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, profitability and operational analysis, and audit preparation.Barrie, OntarioAbout The RoleWe are seeking a Senior Controller to oversee all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies while delivering accurate and timely financial statements. This role is responsible for key functions including SOX compliance, monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, profitability and operational analysis, and audit preparation.What You'll DoAccounting and ReportingEnsuring accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; enforcing GAAP compliance; reviewing close packages; and maintaining reporting calendars.Managing the full close cycle, reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses; driving continuous improvement to shorten close timelines.Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reportingDevelop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controlsAssist in JJE's annual budgeting processRespond to inquiries from Senior Leadership and other departmental Senior Managers regarding financial resultsLead and oversee all internal/external audit requests and tax requestsAd hoc requests as requiredManagementManaging accounting staff, setting performance expectations, coaching, mentoring, hiring, and building a high-performing finance team and support to enhance their qualified growth.Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team membersLeading ERP enhancements, automation initiatives, and process redesign to improve accuracy and efficiency.Champion JJE values and lead a cohesive, engaged accounting team with transparency, holding regular team meetings, and maintaining open communication channels.Ensure clear, timely communication with senior leadership on emerging issues, including proactive escalation when risks, blockers, or decisions require executive attentionComplete additional tasks and projects assignedTotal RewardsBase salary range: $150,000.00 to $180,000.00 annuallyAnnual Bonus OpportunityAnnual Performance Review with Increase OpportunityGroup Benefits that are 100% paid for by the Company – inclusive of Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Travel coverageVacation & Paid Personal daysEmployer Matching Retirement Savings PlanPosition DetailsLocation - Barrie, OntarioStatus - Permanent, salariedType – This position is classified as a management role and is exempt from overtime provision under the ESASchedule - Monday-Friday - occasional extended hours may be required based on operational needs.Vacancy Type - New vacancyReports – 4-8 direct/15 indirect reportsTravel - 2-5%,

📌 Senior Controller (Barrie)
🏢 Federal Signal
📍 Barrie