Assistant Controller

Job title:

Assistant Controller

Company

Robert Half

Job description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a local Waterloo Region Company. We are seeking a Finance Manager, whose primary function will be to manage and oversee accounting functions, supervise staff members, and implement robust internal control systems.Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accounting operations, including updating accounting records, monitoring bank accounts, completing monthly reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Payroll, General Ledger, Cost Ledger, and more.

• Provide effective management of both corporate and project accounting.

• Prepare management materials, including summarizing financial information, conducting trend and variance analysis, and summarizing key performance indicators.

• Review and oversee the preparation of interim and year-end financial statements for all holding corporations.

• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) proactively, ensuring accurate monthly billing and timely payment.

• Maintain Accounts Receivable (AR) spreadsheet to track development management fee billing schedules.

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) proactively, ensuring approvals and payments occur in a timely manner.

• Oversee the issuance, tracking, management, and cross-referencing of Purchase Orders.

• Implement and maintain a robust internal control system and lead the implementation of a new accounting software system.

• Coordinate and liaise with external stakeholders, including consultants, auditors, and the CRA.

• Oversee the preparation and review of all tax filings and returns to ensure compliance with tax legislation, HST, CPP, EI, EHT, WSIB, T2, T5013, etc.

• Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions.

• Constantly seek efficiency in processes, tools, and reports, and suggest implementations into our framework.

• Perform special projects and ad hoc reporting as required.

• Proficient with Accounting Software Systems

• Familiarity with ERP Solutions

• Ability to handle all Accounting Functions

• Expertise in managing Accounts Payable (AP)

• Experience in managing Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Proficiency in Auditing

• Familiarity with Budget Processes

• CPA certification is required

• Ability to prepare Financial Statements

• Knowledge in Tax matters, including HST

• Experience with Intercompany transactions

• Proficiency in Account Reconciliation

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2024 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert Half est la première et la plus grande firme de solutions de gestion des talents spécialisées au monde, qui met en relation des chercheurs d’emploi hautement qualifiés avec des opportunités au sein de grandes entreprises. Nous offrons…

Expected salary

Location

Kitchener, ON

Job date

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 23:29:23 GMT

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