Financial Controller (15 month contract)

We are seeking a Financial Controller for a 15-month contract.

The Financial Controller is responsible for all accounting and financial duties, tasks and processes required to support the needs and efforts of all the companies’ current and future operations. 

Essential Job Functions:

•    Act as a primary contact for the finance department.
•    Develop, monitor and interpret key performance and operating metrics and trends; effectively communicate key business insights to executive management team.
•    Liaise with management, staff and external service providers as necessary to ensure the completion of all finance department tasks.
•    Prepare month-end and year-end financial statements for Abatement Technologies and related companies.
•    Prepare and/or review month-end closing activities including balance sheet reconciliations and department cost allocations.
•    Take the lead on all financial audits conducted by third parties.
•    Provide detailed monthly analysis and reporting of inventory and work closely with Plant Controller to ensure accuracy of job costing within the production division.
•    Meet with and report regularly to CFO and CEO, as required, to keep members regularly informed regarding significant Company issues, opportunities and developments.
•    Assist CFO with the budgeting and forecasting process.
•    Serve as point of escalation for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Collection issues.
•    Oversee cash management, approve payables and execute cheque signing.
•    Oversee tax filings.
•    Continual search for improvement opportunities both financial and operational while helping to drive a performance improvement culture across the company.
•    Mentor and develop the Finance team, managing work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluation, and the building of an effective team dynamic.

*Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned by Company management. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions.

Education and Work Experience: University degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required. Professional accounting designation (CPA) is considered an asset. Minimum of 5 years of related finance and accounting experience, including management responsibilities. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage a fluctuating workload and set priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
• Results-oriented team player with the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships within all levels and departments of the organization.
• Ability to make decisions, participate and help facilitate organizational change.
• Knowledge of computers and ERP systems. Knowledge of Epicor ERP considered an asset.
• Highly efficient in Microsoft Excel.