Controller [Wilson Human Capital Advisory Inc.]

Our client, a 20+ year-old, profitable growth business in the light manufacturing sector, seeks a talented, hands-on CPA for their newly created role of Controller based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

Reporting to the President and an important member of the management team, the Controller will be responsible for oversight of financial operations, providing accurate information to the President and management team, conducting analysis, budgeting, and preparing financial and cost reports. Reporting to the Controller is an AP/AR/Admin Clerk and an HR/Payroll Clerk.

Responsibilities

Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation

Analyze accounts, records, reports, journal entries, ledgers, and other accounting documents for accuracy, adequacy, reasonableness, and other proper accounting treatment as required

Provide detailed monthly sales and margin reviews

Manage and plan inventory counts and follow-up

Manage all aspects of Company banking, credit, and cash flow activities, insurance

Manage foreign exchange reviews

Review of all customer and supplier contracts from a cash flow and risk management perspective

Manage company income tax and HST tax accounts

Oversee personnel matters, T4 preparation, employee payroll deductions, and benefit plans

Implement and manage internal controls with respect to financial policies, processes, and procedures

Provide strategic analysis as required to drive improved decision-making including the creation and review of KPIs and dashboards and industry benchmarking

Deliver advice and guidance on all accounting matters, including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting

Qualifications

Post-secondary degree in Business, Accounting, and/or Finance

CPA designation

Experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting, cost accounting, and financial management

Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and application

Experience using ERP systems: Sage 300 and MISys, specifically, an asset

Advanced knowledge of MS Office and Excel, Teams

Formidable technical writing abilities

High level of critical and logical thinking and analysis

Ability to organize and plan multiple objectives within established timelines

Strong interpersonal skills

Exceptional oral and written communication skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders

Are you interested?

This is a great opportunity to make your mark by playing a pivotal role in shaping this company's financial success. Enjoy a diverse, supportive, and collaborative work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Interested? Call or email Jim Wilson at (902)456-3111 or [email protected]