Financial Controller (Vaughan)

Financial Controller (Vaughan)

31 Oct
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Recognized
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Vaughan

31 Oct

Recognized

Vaughan

The Controller is responsible to oversee and manage the financial operations for our companies based in the United States, Quebec, and Ontario. This role will ensure compliance with local accounting standards, manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and improve financial controls across the organization. The ideal candidate will be familiar with US GAAP, Canadian Accounting Standards (ASPE or IFRS as applicable), and multi-jurisdictional tax laws. Duties include but not limited to:

Responsibilities:

- Oversee intercompany reconciliations across entities ensuring proper allocation of intercompany transactions and correct reporting of financial results.
- Oversee the management of transactions in various currencies, ensuring accurate conversion and reporting.
- Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the US, Quebec, and Ontario entities, ensuring compliance with local accounting standards (US GAAP, IFRS, ASPE).
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations and accounting standards in all three regions, coordinating with internal and external auditors to facilitate smooth audits.
- Work with tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings, including sales tax, corporate tax, and other regional tax requirements for the US, Quebec, and Ontario companies.
- Monitor cash flow and manage working capital to ensure financial stability.
- Implement and maintains appropriate internal controls and safeguards for cash management functions.
- Daily exports from TMS/WMS to Accounting Platform.
- Weekly EFT and Wire approvals.
- Review monthly bank reconciliations for all companies.
- Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and financial integrity.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audit requirements, and industry-specific financial laws.
- Supervise and mentor accounting department, providing guidance on financial procedures,



best practices and ensure staff are up to date on month end duties including reconciliations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, procurement, and sales, to align financial goals with business strategies.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and implement recommendations for financial improvements.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Manage the preparation of the company’s budget while providing financial insights to support business decision-making.
- Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.
- Develop strategies to improve cost efficiency and profitability.
- Provides valuable financial insights and analysis to assist management with the evaluation, implementation and monitoring of key business strategies and new opportunities.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with logistics operations, including currency fluctuations, fuel costs, and regulatory changes.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree inAccounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred).

Experience:

- 5-7 years of experience in financial accounting in the logistics industry
- 3 years in a managerial role overseeing multi-jurisdictional entities (US, Quebec, Ontario).

Skills and Knowledge

- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, ASPE, and Canadian tax laws.




- Proficiency in financial reporting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Salesforce, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
- Ability to foster teamwork.
- Strong management skills.
- Detailed oriented

The company is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we will provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If accommodations are required, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

An opportunity has arisen to fill a new role in our organization.

This recruitment process may involve the use of automated decision-support tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in screening candidates.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vaughan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

- US, Quebec and Ontario: 3 years (required)
- AP/AR : 8 years (required)
- Logistics: 8 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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