Financial Controller

Introduction

Founded in 2001, Fed Finance specializes in temporary and permanent recruitment for accounting and finance professionals. Our consultants are all experts and speak your language. We are committed to supporting you throughout your job search and at every stage of your career.

Hello, I'm Bianka, Senior Team Leader at Fed Finance, a recruitment firm specializing in accounting, finance, and payroll positions. I handle both temporary and permanent recruitment in the Greater Montreal area.

Mission

I am currently seeking, for my client located on the south shore, a Controller. This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE standards and within prescribed deadlines;

Supervise the purchasing / accounts payable cycle (expense classification, cut-off of accounts payable, and accruals evaluation);

Sign payments as an authorized signatory;

Apply internal controls related to accounts payable (e.g., new vendor setup procedures, three-way match);

Prepare various sales tax returns;

Supervise the sales / accounts receivable cycle (classification of revenue types, sales cut-off, volume rebates, deferred and accrued revenues);

Monitor the customer billing process;

Ensure compliance with established payment terms and sales tax regulations;

Oversee the accounts receivable collection process and follow up on overdue accounts with sales managers;

Apply internal controls related to sales, accounts receivable, and cash receipts (e.g., customer setup procedures, bank reconciliations, invoicing);

Supervise the inventory accounting cycle and ensure proper valuation of inventory;

Analyze selected financial performance indicators (KPIs);

Ensure accurate accounting for payroll entries, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and other accounting entries;

Perform monthly intercompany reconciliations;

Maintain ongoing communication with various departments (operations, procurement, sales, payroll);

Provide information requested by external auditors;

Coach, train, and supervise the accounting team;

Participate in the optimization of processes through continuous review of business practices and the evolution of financial systems to improve the organization’s financial performance;

Participate in various projects and ad hoc requests as required by the business;

Perform any other related duties.

Your profile

CPA designation required;

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role;

Advanced proficiency in Excel;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Knowledge of NAV and Quasimodo is an asset;

Strong ability to work under tight deadlines;

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills;

Leadership, team spirit, and people management abilities;

High standards of integrity, professional ethics, and accountability.

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