Assistant Controller Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Finance & Banking

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Accounting & Finance team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Assistant Controller will work in conjunction with the Senior Regional Controller to undertake and manage the financial and administration affairs of the assigned regions/company in accordance with Corporate Policy.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assist operations with preparation of any ad hoc reports

Support ongoing business planning and quarterly forecasting processes as well as annual strategic planning exercise

Complete and review month-end reconciliations and budget variance analyses

Manage cash flow and other company assets

Provide financial recommendations and ideas when new business initiatives are proposed

Ensure management of general ledger

Resolve any vendor payment disputes

Assist with collection of accounts receivable when required

Plan, organize and undertake the period close process including preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.

Ensure conformity with internal accounting policies and business processes as well as compliance with established internal controls, including approval requirements with a keen eye toward cost control and accuracy

Ensure integrity of financial data and systems and adherence to Corporate reporting timelines

Participation in annual external audit

Develop stream-lined reports using Power BI

Prepare salary recovery worksheets and other cost transfer forms and post

Post journal entries, perform bank reconciliations and reconcile required general ledger accounts as required

Perform month end process related to jobs (i.e. closeouts, profit recognition, unbilled work orders) and update of accounting WIP reports

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Change Orientation

Communicates Effectively

Continuous Learning

Customer Focus

Holds Self and Others Accountable

Problem Solving and Innovation

Teamwork and Collaboration

Values and Respects Others

Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness

Strategic Perspective

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of a diploma in Business Administration – Accounting or a degree in Finance

CPA designation a requirement

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller position

Prior experience in a construction or engineering company preferred

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Strong analytical skills with proficiency with advanced Excel skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Advanced Excel knowledge and systems aptitude

Knowledge of JDE Edwards or comparable ERP system preferred

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

One company with endless opportunities to learn and grow

Interesting and challenging work

Team events and outings year-round

Ongoing investment in training and development

Collaborative and supportive work culture

Competitive compensation and benefits packages


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