Controller - Permanent (St. Catharines)

City: St Catharines Added: May 01, 2026 Salary: $125,000.00+/yr Job ID: 18967 About the Opportunity Our client in the Niagara (St Catharines/Hamilton) region is looking for a CPA Designated Controller to join their growing team on a full time, permanent basis in a newly created role. The successful candidate will enjoy working hands-on, have excellent attention to detail, and thrive in fast-paced environments. This organization is within a growing sector and offers opportunity for both skilled growth internally as well as professional development - all within a dynamic, positive work culture. Responsibilities Management of General Ledger and related Accounting duties Reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts, managing customer and distributor accounts & ensuring prompt payment, as well as resolving discrepancies as needed Respond to vendor inquiries and complete follow-ups Posting of Journal Entries & working closely with the General Ledger, adjustments as needed Processing payroll, HST remittances, WSIB- collect and validate payroll inputs (hours, premiums, allowances) Preparation of consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual Financial Statements, Financial reporting Submission of tax remittances Coordination and preparation of budget and financial forecasts, institute and maintain planning and control procedures and analyze report variances Preparing Month and Year End closing, ensure transactions are complete, accurate, and properly documented Liaising with auditors, take an active role in internal and external Audit, providing required reporting Ensuring compliance as well as implementation of policies and procedures, monitoring for accurate and successful execution Provide contributions and recommendations regarding business acquisitions and other financial aspects of the business, communicating with Senior Management on financial variances and strategies Participate in other active projects and ad hoc reporting as needed About You The successful candidate will have the following: CPA Designation, active in good standing 5+ years of experience in Accounting & Finance Experience with QuickBooks Online is strongly preferred Previous experience with ERP implementation is a strong asset Previous experience in the manufacturing industry (food & beverage) is an asset Strong oral, written, and communication skills (English essential) Strong problem-solving skills Highly organized, strong attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills, self-starter, collaborative About the Job The salary band for this opportunity is $110,000 to $130,000 depending on relevant previous experience. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this prospect. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pqivp