Controller
- Montreal, QC, Canada
$120,000 to $135,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $120,000 to $135,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Approximately 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
A well-established and growing organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting operations and support the continued development of its finance function. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys leading a team, overseeing financial processes, and working closely with senior leadership in a collaborative environment.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will be responsible for managing daily accounting operations, overseeing the full accounting cycle, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial information.The successful candidate will provide leadership to the accounting team, review financial activities, and take ownership of key accounting responsibilities. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to operational efficiency while supporting the organization's continued growth.
What You’ll Do
What You Bring
Why Join
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing organization with a collaborative and supportive work environment. The role offers the chance to take ownership of accounting operations, work closely with senior leadership, and contribute to improving financial processes. With opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth, this position is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while continuing to advance their accounting and leadership expertise.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will be responsible for managing daily accounting operations, overseeing the full accounting cycle, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial information.The successful candidate will provide leadership to the accounting team, review financial activities, and take ownership of key accounting responsibilities. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to operational efficiency while supporting the organization's continued growth.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the full accounting cycle and ensure daily accounting activities are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Lead and supervise the accounting team, providing guidance, reviewing work, and supporting professional development.
- Manage general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Oversee bookkeeping functions and ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and maintained.
- Review accounting records and financial information to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
- Maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve the efficiency of financial operations.
- Work closely with senior finance leadership to support financial oversight and operational decision-making.
- Address accounting discrepancies and provide guidance on financial matters.
- Support the organization's ongoing growth by strengthening accounting processes and team performance.
What You Bring
- CPA designation required.
- Approximately 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Previous experience as an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller, or in a similar accounting leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and general ledger management.
- Demonstrated ability to independently oversee accounting operations and review the work of other accounting professionals.
- Experience supervising or managing an accounting team.
- Strong technical accounting skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience in real estate, property management, or a related industry is considered an asset but is not required.
- Familiarity with accounting and financial management systems; experience with industry-specific software is an asset.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative leadership approach.
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, team-oriented accounting environment.
Why Join
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing organization with a collaborative and supportive work environment. The role offers the chance to take ownership of accounting operations, work closely with senior leadership, and contribute to improving financial processes. With opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth, this position is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while continuing to advance their accounting and leadership expertise.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Oversee daily accounting operations and the full accounting cycle, including general ledger activities, reconciliations, bookkeeping, and month- and year-end close processes. Lead the accounting team, maintain accurate financial records and effective internal controls, improve workflows, and support senior finance leadership with operational decision-making.
Requirements
A CPA designation and approximately 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience are required, along with experience in an accounting leadership role and managing or supervising a team. Candidates should have strong full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and general ledger expertise; real estate or property management experience and familiarity with industry-specific software are assets.
Skills
- Full-Cycle Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- General Ledger Management
- Account Reconciliations
- Month-End Closing
- Year-End Closing
- Accounting Operations
- Team Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Internal Controls
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Long-Term Career Growth
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- CPA
- Controller
- Accounting Operations
- Full-Cycle Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- General Ledger
- Account Reconciliations
- Month-End Close
- Year-End Close
- Bookkeeping
- Internal Controls
- Accounting Procedures
- Financial Transactions
- Accounting Team Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Process Improvement
- Operational Efficiency
- Financial Oversight
- Real Estate
- Property Management
- Financial Management Systems
- Accounting Software
- Senior Leadership