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Financial Controller
- Kirkland, QC, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Experience
- 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a controller, assistant controller, or manager role Accountant or similar position
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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Galvanisation Québec
At Galvanisation Québec, we are proud to be a leader in the hot-dip galvanizing industry, recognized for the quality of our products, outstanding service, and commitment to meeting deadlines. Our success is built on strong values: reliability, respect, collaboration, openness, and fairness.
Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Galvanizing Foreperson is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the day-to-day galvanizing operations. The incumbent ensures compliance with quality, health and safety standards, manages the employees under their responsibility, and contributes to achieving production objectives in an environment focused on efficiency and continuous improvement.
Job Summary
The controller is responsible for the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budget support, cash flow management, and compliance activities. This role provides accurate and timely financial information to senior management and helps strengthen financial discipline, operational performance, and decision-making across the organization.
Reporting Relationship
The Controller reports to the Vice President of Finance and works closely with department heads, operations, external auditors, tax advisors, and other business partners.
Key Responsibilities
At Galvanisation Québec, we are proud to be a leader in the hot-dip galvanizing industry, recognized for the quality of our products, outstanding service, and commitment to meeting deadlines. Our success is built on strong values: reliability, respect, collaboration, openness, and fairness.
Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Galvanizing Foreperson is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the day-to-day galvanizing operations. The incumbent ensures compliance with quality, health and safety standards, manages the employees under their responsibility, and contributes to achieving production objectives in an environment focused on efficiency and continuous improvement.
Job Summary
The controller is responsible for the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budget support, cash flow management, and compliance activities. This role provides accurate and timely financial information to senior management and helps strengthen financial discipline, operational performance, and decision-making across the organization.
Reporting Relationship
The Controller reports to the Vice President of Finance and works closely with department heads, operations, external auditors, tax advisors, and other business partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions
- Perform month-end closing (e.g., reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, depreciation, etc.)
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, variance analyses, and key performance indicators
- Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and documentation to protect the organization's assets the company and reduce financial risks
- Lead budgeting, cash flow planning, and financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making
- Process tax returns (e.g., sales tax) and respond to government requests
- Coordinate and participate in the year-end audit
- Supervise and develop accounting team members, ensuring deadlines are met
- Support ERP/accounting system improvements
- Perform special projects, various financial analyses, and other tasks assigned by senior management
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a controller, assistant controller, or manager role Accountant or similar position
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, cash flow management, and tax compliance
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Bilingualism in French and English is essential
- Experience with Sage 300 software is preferred
- Experience in an industrial environment is an asset
- CPA designation is an asset
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business judgment skills
- Organized, deadline-oriented, and flexible
- Proactive approach to optimizing financial processes and developing Knowledge
- Lead and manage a small team
- Competitive salary
- Full-time
- Free on-site parking and gym
- Cafeteria in the building
- On-site position with the option of one day per week working from home.
- Telemedicine service (virtual medical consultation);
- Comprehensive retirement plan with employer contribution (Group RRSP/DPSP);
- Potential for annual bonus;
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- Group insurance paid 50% by the employer
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Responsibilities
Oversee accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, month-end closing, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow planning, tax compliance, and audit coordination. Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting systems, supervise accounting staff, and provide financial analysis and reporting to support management decisions.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field and at least five years of progressively responsible accounting experience are required. Candidates should have strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, cash flow management, and tax compliance, along with advanced Excel skills; bilingual French and English is essential, while CPA designation and Sage 300 experience are assets.
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Accounting Operations
- Internal Controls
- Budgeting
- Cash Flow Management
- Tax Compliance
- Month-End Closing
- Financial Analysis
- Variance Analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Sage 300
- Team Leadership
- Audit Coordination
- ERP Systems
- Problem-Solving
- Process Improvement
Benefits
- Free On-Site Parking
- On-Site Gym
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Telemedicine
- Potential Annual Bonus
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group Insurance
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Payroll
- Month-End Closing
- Financial Statements
- Management Reporting
- Variance Analysis
- Key Performance Indicators
- Internal Controls
- Accounting Policies
- Budgeting
- Cash Flow Planning
- Tax Returns
- Sales Tax
- Year-End Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- Sage 300
- ERP Systems
- CPA
- Financial Analysis
- Team Supervision
- Process Improvement
- Industrial Environment
- French
- English