Financial Controller

Harlo Entertainment is a Toronto-based operator, management and private equity company with over 30 years of aggregate experience in hospitality and entertainment. We are a people-first culture focused on building and scaling ventures with a commitment to guest satisfaction.

As an integral member of the Finance Team, the Controller is an experienced, business-minded professional with an entrepreneurial spirit. This is a current vacancy and we are looking for someone to oversee and manage financial reporting of our accounting department reporting to our SVP of Finance.

Role:
Controller, Finance Team — responsible for financial reporting, accounting cycle management, and collaboration with external partners to ensure accurate and timely financial statements for Harlo entities.

• Assisting with the full accounting cycle, leading month end close process for several portfolio assets
• Oversee the preparation of working papers and coordination with external accounting firms, coordinate timelines for all engagements (review, notice to readers, T2 returns) for all Harlo entities
• Lead corporate reporting for parent company and holding company assets as well as legacy investment vehicles
• Act as IFRS/ASPE subject matter expert applying sound accounting principles/practices for all financial reports
• Maintaining consistent reporting and positive working relations with our partners, mortgage lenders, banks, financial partners, external accountants/auditors, and any government agencies, representing the company as needed
• Oversee the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements.
• Analyze certain accounts to ensure accuracy and discrepancy resolution
• Support Sr Director, Finance and VP Finance in all bank reporting obligations
• Maintain and modify chart of accounts, as required
• Maintain and ensure consistency in departmental and GL mapping accounts
• Ensure inter-company transactions balance
• Manage legal and organizational documents ensuring all are executed and communicated to tax team as needed
• Support team growth through training initiatives
• Ensure that the company s financial records are current, accurate and complete

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5-7 years' experience, with a minimum of 3 years at a national accounting firm
• Strong knowledge of Accounting Systems including Push Operations, Sage Intacct and ERP systems
• High proficiency in Excel
• Organized team player with exceptional attention to detail
• Persistent in meeting reporting deadlines with an ability to drive results from all parties
• Curious and self-starter attitude with ability to prioritize
• Experience building internal control and financial processes
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail

• Competitive compensation, including comprehensive benefits, spending account and professional development program.
• Opportunity to develop skills and gain experience in multiple disciplines in a fast-paced environment.
• Dynamic and fun office culture with colleagues who share the same core values.
• Exclusive perks from our portfolio companies, including restaurants and fitness studios.
• Unlimited vacation policy.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital, military and veteran status.