We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a well-established organization in Ottawa, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis . This hybrid opportunity is well suited to a hands-on accounting leader who brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to guide day-to-day financial operations. The successful candidate will oversee core accounting activities, support accurate and timely reporting, and provide supervision to accounting staff while helping the business maintain strong financial controls.
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily accounting operations and ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in accordance with established standards and policies.
- Oversee the month-end and year-end close process, including account reconciliations, journal entries, working papers, and financial statement preparation.
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and ad hoc financial analysis to support planning, decision-making, and overall business performance.
- Supervise and mentor accounting team members, assigning work, reviewing output, and promoting a high standard of accuracy and accountability.
- Manage payroll-related financial activities and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate processing and reporting.
- Support annual audit requirements by preparing documentation, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring schedules are complete and well organized.
- Monitor revenue recognition and reporting activities to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with applicable accounting requirements.
- Use accounting systems and reporting tools to produce meaningful financial reports and improve visibility into key results and trends.
Key Qualifications:
- An accounting designation is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller or similar senior-level accounting role.
- Demonstrated experience leading or supervising accounting staff in an accounting environment.
- Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting, including month-end close, year-end close, budgeting, payroll, and audit support.
- Proficiency with accounting software and financial reporting tools, with the ability to work effectively across multiple systems.
- Experience preparing financial reports, performing analysis, and supporting ad hoc reporting requests.
- Solid understanding of revenue recognition principles and general accounting functions.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment with 3 days per week in the Ottawa, Ontario office.
Our client is looking to fill this role fairly quickly, if you are interested and believe you hold the key qualifications, please apply online today or call us at 613-236-4253!
Job Reference Number: 0013495514
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