

Assistant Controller POST NUMBER: 450277
About the Company?
Our client is a global manufacturing company. They are looking for an Assistant Controller who will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the company. This role will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Why Work Here?
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Create impact while being integrated into a large-scale organization.
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Dynamic and collaborative work environment
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Great Benefits
About the Opportunity?
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Assist in overseeing financial accounting, costing accounting functions, KPI reporting, internal controls and process, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
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Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and related reporting.
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Help coordinate and consolidate the annual budget and periodic forecasting processes.
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Assist with analysing cost structures and identifying areas to improve operational and financial efficiency.
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Mentor aspiring CPA Students.
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Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations, and cost-benefit analyses.
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Contribute to internal control reviews and compliance monitoring.
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Support cash flow tracking, bank reconciliations, and reporting.
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Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions.
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Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy.
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Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and accounting standards (Canadian GAAP and IFRS).
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Participate in the development and documentation of financial policies and procedures.
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Provide backup and support to the Controller and finance leadership as required.
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Ensure all responsibilities are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety policies and regulatory requirements.
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Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
About You?
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CPA designation or similar (or in progress) required
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
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4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or public accounting.
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Familiarity with cost accounting and financial reporting in a production environment.
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Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
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Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (Proficiency in Business Central is a preferred skill); ERP experience is an asset.
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Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Salary Range?
$110,000 - $120,000/year?
How to Apply?
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You must currently reside within Ontario 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.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
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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;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
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.