The Opportunity:

As an Assistant Controller, you will have the opportunity to work with a fast-growing company and contribute to its success. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including financial reporting, full cycle accounting, audit and controls, financial planning and analysis, AR/AP/payroll, systems implementations, M&A, and regulating standards. With this role, you will gain valuable experience and grow key skills while being part of a dynamic team.



Success Criteria & Deliverables:

At 3 months:

• Implement improvements that streamline processes, improve accuracy, and reduce cycle times
• Act as a hands-on member in month-end close
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams
• Gain stakeholder buy-in for new processes through regular meetings
• Establish a positive relationship with the consolidation team at the parent company

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the monthly and quarterly financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Prepare IFRS financial reports and develop a reporting package for executive management
• Liaise with internal stakeholders across departments to enhance financial visibility and efficiency
• Proactively prepare financial schedules in anticipation of month-end to facilitate a smooth closing process
• Design and implement a formal financial reporting package, which is currently not in place
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business performance
• Lead the transition from ASPE to IFRS accounting standards
• Implement and strengthen internal controls to enhance financial integrity
• Support quarterly audit processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate policies

What We Need From You:

• CPA firm training and designation
• Experience with financial reporting and KPI analysis
• Strong knowledge of full cycle accounting and ability to improve month-end processes
• Familiarity with audit and controls procedures, including external audit prep
• Understanding of AR/AP/payroll processes and procedures
• Experience or exposure to a system implementation is a strong asset
• Knowledge of regulation and standards, including IFRS and ASPE
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Experience working with QuickBooks or SAP is considered an asset

Next Steps:

• We here at Clarity Recruitment would like to thank you for your application
• Only those chosen for a phone interview will be contacted via email and text to set up a phone interview

Clarity Recruitment and our client are firmly committed to fostering diversity within our community. Our clients welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of their staff, including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please notify us if you require accommodation in the application process.

Clarity Recruitment helps start-ups and scale-ups build top-performing finance & accounting teams with a structured recruitment process and better results. Visit findingclarity.ca to learn more!

JOB ID #3023900