Company Description
Why Work at Intersand:
- Thrive in a growing environment where ideas are valued and initiative is encouraged
- Make a real and visible impact on the organization’s strategy and performance
- Develop the talent and leaders of tomorrow in a culture that values coaching and development
- Innovate and drive change, supported by an organization committed to continuous improvement
Joining Intersand means becoming part of a company that stands out. As a B Corp-certified company and a recipient of the prestigious Platinum level of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, we work every day to build a responsible, high-performing, and forward-thinking organization. Driven by a sustainable vision and strong values, we have an international presence with products exported to more than 60 countries.
What we offer:
- Hybrid work model
- Work-life balance
- Competitive benefits package
- Health account
- Wellness account
- Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Job Description
Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Assistant Controller plays a key role in the preparation and integrity of financial information for our Canadian and U.S. operations.
You are a CPA or accounting professional who wants to go beyond simply producing numbers. You enjoy understanding the operations behind the results, challenging processes, and contributing to business decisions. In this role, you will actively participate in financial close activities, earnings consolidation, audits, and various financial process improvement projects.
You’ll have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment where your attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to transform financial data into strategic insights will have a tangible impact on the organization’s performance.
Your Impact
- Ensure the reliability and integrity of the financial information used by management
- Contribute to informed decision-making through relevant financial analyses
- Support the company’s growth by improving financial processes and internal controls
- Collaborate with Canadian and U.S. teams to ensure effective and harmonized financial management
- Actively participate in the evolution of financial practices within a growing international organization
Your Key Responsibilities
- Perform the monthly financial close for the various Canadian and U.S. entities
- Prepare monthly financial statements and participate in divisional consolidation
- Perform account reconciliations and month-end journal entries
- Manage intercompany transactions and perform the necessary eliminations for consolidation
- Maintain the fixed assets register and calculate depreciation
- Support the Canadian and U.S. accounting teams in their daily activities
- Prepare financial analyses and explain variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts
- Participate in internal and external audits by coordinating and providing the required information
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting policies and financial standards
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, financial tools, and internal controls
- Participate in various special projects that support the organization’s growth and performance
Qualifications
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- CPA designation held or in the process of being obtained
- Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in corporate finance
- Strong understanding of financial close and consolidation processes
- Experience in a manufacturing environment (a plus)
- Excellent proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools
- Experience with an ERP system; SAP is a plus
- Ability to analyze complex financial data and clearly communicate results
- Excellent skills in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
- Rigorous, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
- Commitment to continuous improvement and a desire to optimize processes
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills with various stakeholders
- Bilingual in French and English to support our teams and partners outside of Quebec
Additional Information
At Intersand, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences and strive to ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates.
Location: Boucherville - Head Office