Position Title: Controller

Tenure: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: East Gwillimbury, ON

Position Overview:

This is for a renowned automotive company. Working alongside General Manager and Director of Finance in increasing company profitability by studying and improving the systems.

What will you be doing?

• Provide meaningful financial analysis to General Manager for effective decision-making
• Assist in the development of effective processes and procedures within Finance and Administration
• Prepare and consolidate financial statements
• Review monthly departmental financial results with department managers and General Manager
• Ensure all group and corporate financial reporting requirements are achieved
• Establish and maintain internal controls
• Manage all aspects of the general ledger
• Provide monthly, quarterly and year-end analysis
• Coordinate and assist with the budget process
• Research accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles
• Analyze and report on cost variances
• Serve as a liaison to external auditors
• Support and encourage KAIZEN principles, concepts and activities
• Encourage GEAR activities from staff to meet corporate goals
• Perform other duties as required (i.e. special projects)
• Coordinate with and prepare reports for upper management.

Must Haves:

• 3+ years relevant experience
• Must be CPA designated (CA, CMA or CGA will suffice)
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related fiel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly skilled in math, accounting and financial processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent critical thinking skills and technical skills (i.e. MS Excel)
• Experience in the automotive industry is a considerable asset
• Experience with SAP is an asset