Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Controller - 3 Month Contract

About the Opportunity
Month-End Close
Lead and manage the monthly close process (typically 5–10 business days)       Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations       Ensure accurate recording of revenue, expenses, accruals, and inventory
Reconcile inventory, WIP, and cost of goods sold       Review production and cost variances       Prepare monthly financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)       Provide variance analysis and explanations
Cost & Inventory Accounting
Maintain standard costing and update cost rolls as needed       Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances       Reconcile perpetual inventory to the general ledger       Support and oversee cycle counts and physical inventory
Financial Reporting
Prepare monthly management reporting package       Track key metrics such as gross margin and inventory turnover       Assist with budgeting and forecasting updates
General Accounting Oversight
Oversee AP, AR, and payroll processes       Ensure accurate and timely tax filings (sales tax, payroll tax)       Maintain internal controls and accounting policies       Support year-end audit and external accountants
About You
CPA designation preferred       5+ years of accounting experience       Manufacturing experience strongly preferred       Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory       

Experience with ERP/accounting systems       Advanced Excel skills

Pay Rate:
$50.00/Hour

How to Apply

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This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

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