Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Location: Toronto, ON

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Industry: Public Relations (PR) & Communications

About the Opportunity

Reliance Impact is currently partnering with an established organization in the Public Relations (PR) and Communications industry to recruit an experienced Financial Controller.

This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, improving financial processes, managing a team, and providing meaningful financial insights to senior leadership.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the accounting function while playing a key role in strengthening financial reporting, internal controls, and operational efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial analysis.
• Oversee revenue recognition, client billing, collections, and project profitability reporting.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reporting, and enhance operational efficiencies.
• Support financial system improvements and technology implementations.
• Work closely with senior leadership to provide insights into financial performance, profitability, and cost management.
• Coordinate with external accountants and advisors on year-end financial statements and tax compliance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar position.
• Strong hands-on experience with full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close.
• Experience within public relations, communications, marketing, advertising, or other service-based environments is preferred.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis.
• Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems.
• Demonstrated experience improving accounting processes and internal controls.
• CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to take ownership of the accounting function.
• Work directly with senior leadership and influence financial decision-making.
• Lead process improvements and help modernize financial operations.
• Join an established organization with a collaborative working environment.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Interested in Learning More?

Please apply directly or reach out to me confidentially to discuss the opportunity.