Controller (closed)

Montreal, QC Canada
$70-85 000 compensation
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Job Description

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for all aspects of the accounting and reporting functions.  These include:

 

  • Preparing monthly audit binder and related financial reporting.
  • Assisting in the preparation of quarterly and annual public Financial Statements and MD&A in accordance with Canadian GAAP & IFRS.
  • Producing meaningful and accurate financial budgets and forecasts.
  • Manage interactions with external auditors, tax advisors and consultants.
  • Ensuring the Company’s compliance with all public company requirements
  • Supervision of A/P, A/R, and Payroll
  • Oversee financial controls and systems and recommend improvements.
  • Training, mentoring and supervising of 3 accounting staff.

 

Qualifications:

 

  • A minimum of 5 years  of relevant work experience acquired at an accounting firm preferably followed by industry experience as a Controller or similar in a high-tech  or software environment;
  • Possess a recognized professional accounting designation (C.A., C.M.A. or C.G.A.);
  • Very strong verbal and written communication skills (French and English).
  • An entrepreneurial mindset with proven ability to lead, coach and develop staff;
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite, in depth knowledge of Excel;
  • Strong organizational skills and good judgment;