Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake

Adecco is actively seeking an experienced Controller to join our client's team and lead the financial and operational accounting functions of a growing organization. This role is a key strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership team, driving financial excellence, operational efficiency, and robust governance across the business. The successful candidate will play a critical role in decision-making, systems optimization, and team leadership.

• Pay Rate: $160k/year.
• Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
• Job type: Permanent | Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all financial and operational accounting functions, including general accounting, treasury, and taxation
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the CEO and senior leadership team, supporting key decisions and transactions
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, process optimization, and efficiency initiatives across finance operations
• Design, implement, and enhance financial and operational controls, governance frameworks, and best practices
• Provide strong leadership to the finance team, including coaching, performance management, and succession planning
• Manage organizational risk by overseeing internal controls related to financial reporting and compliance requirements
• Oversee the preparation and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
• Optimize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including system integrations, workflow automation, and reporting capabilities
• Leverage data analytics and reporting tools to deliver actionable insights that support business performance
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, auditors, and advisors
• Support scalable financial infrastructure to enable organizational growth and operational excellence

Requirements:

• Legal eligibility to work and reside in Canada.
• CPA, CA required; MBA in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 8-15 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including people leadership
• Strong experience supporting executive leadership and strategic decision-making
• Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, and accounting best practices
• Proven experience optimizing ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred)
• Strong systems, analytics, and process automation mindset;
  Power BI experience an asset
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive change, and improve operational efficiency

Don't miss out on this Controller position in Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON. Apply now and our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.

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