Our client in the Woodstock - London corridor is looking for a Controller to join its leadership team and help support the continued growth and professionalization of its finance function.

Reporting directly to the operational leader of the organization, the Controller will be a key contributor responsible for overseeing core accounting operations across multiple locations. This role will also play an important part in strengthening finance processes, systems, and controls as the organization continues to scale.

This opportunity is well suited to a hands‑on Controller who enjoys working in a dynamic, environment and who brings a strong foundation in technical accounting, process improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Create month‑end and year‑end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Create and maintain the general ledger and ensure financial integrity in accordance with ASPE
• Create schedules for fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, and other key balances
• Lead monthly forecasting, and partner with the leadership on annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of regulatory filings, including HST, WSIB, EHT, and income tax remittances
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare year‑end working papers and audit schedules
• Develop and document company‑wide accounting policies and procedures
• Support the design and maintenance of internal controls
• Perform variance analysis, identify key drivers, and provide recommendations
• Identify opportunities to improve, standardize, and scale accounting processes and reporting
• Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and data migrations as required
• Act as a finance business partner to operational teams
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff as needed
• Contribute to cross‑functional initiatives that improve financial visibility and discipline

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with CPA designation required; public accounting or CA firm experience is an asset
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Solid understanding of ASPE
• Proven experience building or improving accounting processes in a growing organization
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex reconciliations and financial analysis
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Clear communicator who can partner effectively with non‑finance stakeholders
• Experience supporting external audits and year‑end processes

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