01 Nov
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Important Business
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St. Catharines
01 Nov
Important Business
St. Catharines
We are seeking a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented Finance Controller to join our team! This is an opportunity for a finance professional who wants to contribute beyond traditional accounting and play an active role in understanding and improving business performance. The ideal candidate will combine strong accounting and financial reporting skills with commercial awareness, technological proficiency, and a continuous-improvement mindset. You will work closely with management and colleagues across sales, operations, and technical departments to understand how our business operates, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide financial insights that support better decisions.
About Our Company
We are a technical sales and distribution business focused on delivering value to our customers and pursuing new opportunities for growth. As we expand into new markets and product offerings, we recognize the importance of strong financial insight, efficient processes, and informed decision-making in supporting our continued success.
Our team values collaboration, accountability , and individual initiative. Our team members work together across departments, share knowledge, and take an active interest in understanding how different parts of the business contribute to our overall success.
We offer an setting where people have the autonomy to take ownership of their work, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact. We value individuals who look beyond their immediate responsibilities, challenge existing processes constructively, and seek practical ways to improve how we operate.
We believe in giving capable people the trust and flexibility to do their best work
What we Offer
Competitive Salary -Company Paid Benefits-Employer Matched RRSP plan-Profit Sharing Program-Positive Work Life Balance-Employee Assistance Program
Roles and Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
- Manage the full accounting cycle, from transaction processing through to financial reporting and analysis.
- Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, management reports, spreadsheets, dashboards, and presentations.
- Analyze revenue, margins, product and customer profitability, operating costs, and key performance indicators.
- Calculate monthly sales commission reports.
- Manage company payroll and related RRSP calculations.
- Monitor foreign exchange trends and advise management on potential financial impacts.
- Liaise with the external accounting firm to ensure year-end financial information is accurate and provided on schedule.
Accounts Payable, Receivable, and Operations
- Oversee accounts payable, ensuring invoices are entered accurately and vendor and service-provider payments are made on time.
- Manage customer invoicing for outgoing shipments, repairs, and calibration services, including submission through customer-specific invoicing platforms where required.
- Apply daily customer payments and direct deposits to accounts receivable.
- Conduct credit checks for new customer accounts requesting credit terms and process credit card transactions as required.
- Maintain accurate inventory records, enter inventory receipts, and reconcile book inventory to physical inventory counts.
- Work with relevant departments to understand operational processes and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and efficiently.
Compliance and Continuous Improvement
- Review and maintain financial policies and procedures, including those relating to CRA requirements, taxable benefits, vehicle allowances, employee expenses, HST, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, reporting systems, internal controls, and workflow efficiency.
- Proactively identify financial risks, cost-saving opportunities, and ways to improve profitability and cash flow.
- Develop a thorough understanding of the company's business model, products, services, customers, and operational processes.
- Take initiative in identifying opportunities to improve business performance and provide practical recommendations to management.
- Undertake other related duties as required.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- College Degree in Business or Finance Preferred or 10 years’ Experience in Accounting setting
- Experience in a sales-driven, technical, engineering, manufacturing, distribution, or other operationally complex business environment is strongly preferred.
- Progressive experience in accounting and finance, including responsibility for financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Proficiency in preparing professional spreadsheets, management reports, and presentations
- Experience using accounting software and CRM platforms, with Zoho Books experience considered an asset. The ability to learn and adapt to new software systems is essential.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines without compromising accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Pay: $90,000.00-$95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable with a hands on role that includes both financial analysis and day to day accounting responsibilities
- Describe your experience working in a distribution, manufacturing, or similar business environment?
Work Location: In person
📌 Financial Controller (St. Catharines)
🏢 Important Business
📍 St. Catharines