Controller *Hybrid (On Site Primary)*

Description

We're looking for people who are driven by high expectations. We're looking for people who thrive in a role where integrity, reliability and leadership are valued. Controller candidates seeking to become part of a successful company will be interested in this opportunity through Robert Half to take responsibility for an accounting and clerical department. This permanent position is for a Controller who will work in the Cambridge, Ontario region. If you can plan and direct all accounting operational functions, handle the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluate accounting and internal control systems, and lead departmental staff, you might be right for this position. Candidates who can effectively manage self and others within strict time constraints when providing client services, lead while also being a team player, generate innovative ideas, and challenge the status quo, will be preferred for this position. The company will reward you with exceptional compensation and benefits and potential for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
• Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them monthly
• Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure efficient and successful firm-wide operation
• Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
• Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
• Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
• Flexible in completing tasks beyond formal job responsibilities
• Assess deliverables of self and team to verify they meet client expectations
• Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of month end closings
• Excellent verbal, written, and social skills
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
• Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Outstanding technology, analytics and management experience required
• Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations
• Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued
• Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
• Revenue recognition experience
• Proven knowledge of variance analysis
• Well-founded grasp of Prepare Recommendations
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to retain complex work directions
• Commitment and abilities to meet critical business deadlines
• Experience with inventory analysis
• Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment
• Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
• Cost accounting experience preferred
• Financial reporting experience required
• General familiarity with Annual Budget
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field

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