Controller (Contract) (Greater Toronto Area)

OVERVIEW We are currently seeking a Controller for a contract prospect with one of our clients in the GTA. The Controller is responsible for overseeing the preparation of the company's financial statements and managing accounting processes including month-end, quarterly reporting, AP/AR, account reconciliations, coordination of audits, and internal controls. Additionally, the Controller will be involved in the budgeting, forecasting, and planning process. The Controller will report directly to the CFO and will be expected to provide leadership to the rest of the accounting group. Responsibilities - Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL and Counsel, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition - Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances - Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements as per US GAAP - Coordinate the preparation of internal management and regulatory reporting - Research technical accounting issues for compliance - Support month-end and year-end close process - Ensure accuracy of financial transactions and financial reporting - Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings - Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls - Additional duties as required Skills and experiences: - 5+ years of accounting and finance experience - Proven leadership and team management experience - Advanced degree in Accounting or Business - CPA or equivalent preferred - Thorough knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS - Highly proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel using pivot tables and v-lookups - Experience using ERP software – SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics suite - Experience using reporting software – OneStream, Adaptive Planning, Hyperion Personal attributes: - Client service-focused team player with a positive “can-do” attitude - Ability to commit for duration of engagement - Ability to work autonomously with little direction - Ability to upward manage hiring manager overseeing project delivery - Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills WHY IMAGINE? Imagine’s accounting & finance team is made up of senior-level industry veterans who are experienced in working in industry and public accounting. We’ve done the audits, managed compliance with new regulations, and navigated mergers, integrations and other demanding projects. We have direct relationships with hiring managers, so you can expect that we proactively market your skill-set to prospective clients that we mutually agree make sense—promoting your strengths to our client relationships. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o3po4