Controller POST NUMBER: 444435
About the Company?
Our client is a rapidly growing utilities an energy company.They are looking for a Controller who will be responsible for overseeing the organization's financial operations, including managing key accounting functions, preparing financial reports, establishing and implementing internal controls and best practices, and ensuring tax compliance and planning. The Controller will provide valuable financial insights to support business decision-making.
Why Work Here?
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Join a fast-growing organization with a purpose-driven mission
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Enjoy flexible work arrangements
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Access career advancement opportunities through professional development, mentorship, and internal growth potential
About the Opportunity?
Financial Reporting:
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Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements) in accordance with appropriate accounting standards and banking regulations as needed.
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Ensure compliance with appropriate accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
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Prepare, analyze and present monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting package for internal and external use
Accounting Operations:
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Manage the accounting department, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
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Maintain accurate accounting records and financial data.
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Oversee the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
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Prepare relevant budgets and financial forecasts.
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Monitor variances between actual and budgeted performance.
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Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
Internal Controls:
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Enhance and maintain internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
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Responsible for day-to-day Treasury Management (including publication of monthly cash flows, monitoring cash flow, working capital, etc).
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Develop and manage relevant internal cost control processes across the company.
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Identify and mitigate financial risks.
Compliance:
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Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
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Develop and implement financial control procedures and systems.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and implement necessary procedures to ensure compliance.
Tax:
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Oversee tax compliance and reporting.
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Key point of contact and responsible for management of external tax advisors.
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Oversee tax planning and optimization.
Leadership and Supervision:
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Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
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Communicate financial information to management and other stakeholders.
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Work closely with other departments to improve financial processes, internal controls, reporting, and strategic decision making/
Other Duties:
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Oversee the annual financial audit process.
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Implement and maintain accounting systems and software that align with the company’s growth and operational needs.
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May be involved in mergers and acquisitions.
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Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
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Other duties that may be assigned by the VP of Finance.
About You?
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or related.
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Professional Accounting designation (CPA or equivalent).
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In depth knowledge and understanding of ASPE and IFRS Accounting Standards.
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Minimum 8 years of work experience in progressive accounting and finance roles, with at least 3 years in a corporate controllership or finance setting.
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Experience in the construction, energy, utilities, or related industries is an asset.
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Advanced computer skills including proficiency in MS office, Excel and teams.
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Experience evaluating and implementing ERP / accounting systems is an asset.
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Experience in high growth, entrepreneurial setting is an asset.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, small but high impact team.
Salary Range?
$120,000 - $140,000/year?
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How to Apply?
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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.?
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
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- office location and other geographic considerations;
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With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.