Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and provide strong leadership across multiple business units in London, Ontario. This role plays an key part in maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, and supporting sound business decisions with timely analysis. The successful candidate will bring a practical approach to accounting leadership, along with the ability to improve processes, manage complexity, and contribute to the organization's continued growth.

Responsibilities:

- Guide the full accounting cycle across multiple entities, ensuring accurate records, timely reporting, and dependable financial information.

- Collaborate with operational leaders to evaluate performance, support planning decisions, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.

- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, along with detailed variance analysis and management reporting.

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and rolling cash flow planning while monitoring liquidity and working capital needs across the organization.

- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory accounting, and general ledger activities to maintain strong day-to-day financial operations.

- Strengthen internal controls, standardize accounting practices, and support consistent reporting across all business units and intercompany transactions.

- Support contract reviews,



pricing decisions, margin analysis, and financial risk assessments to help guide commercial and operational strategy.

- Manage year-end preparation, coordinate with external auditors and advisors, and ensure accurate filings, remittances, and regulatory compliance, including applicable beer and spirits tax obligations.

- Lead, coach, and develop members of the finance team while driving improvements to systems, reporting structures, and overall process efficiency.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

- CPA designation.

- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.

- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance (including ASPE GAAP).

- Experience overseeing core accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close activities.

- Proficiency with accounting software and financial reporting tools, with the ability to improve system use and reporting processes.

- Ability to analyze financial results, present practical recommendations, and support decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

- Familiarity with government remittances, treasury activities, banking relationships, and sales or margin reporting is considered an asset.

📌 Controller (London)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 London