Job title: Controller
Company: Robert Half
Job description: Robert Half is looking for an ambitious, eager Controller to join the team at an well-respected services company. This leadership role oversees an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, your tasks will include planning and directing all accounting operational functions, managing the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assessing accounting and internal control systems, and guiding departmental staff. This company provides competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and strong opportunity for career growth. We are seeking someone who will motivate others by maintaining a positive detail oriented attitude; is honest, reliable and a leader; and will offer remarkable client services, managing self and others with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As part of the leadership team, you will be expected to lead the production of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, to challenge the status quo, and to encourage creativity throughout your area of responsibility. The Controller will be a permanent employment opportunity and will be located in the Mississsauga, Ontario region.
What you get to do every single day
– Work closely with executive team and partners to ensure that firm-wide operation is efficient and effective
– Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
– Capable of handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties
– Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
– Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis
– Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
– Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
– Check deliverables of self and team to certify they meet client expectations
– Evaluate, implement and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
– Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash
– Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners
– Demonstrated ability in strong analytical, quantitative and social skills
– Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment
– Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
– Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
– CPA or MBA preferred
– Microsoft Excel experience
– Sound written and verbal communication skills
– BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
– Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
– Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued
– Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
– Observant, accurate and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
– Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
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.
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Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
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Robert Half
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,…
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Location: Mississauga, ON
Job date: Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:58:54 GMT
