Assistant Controller

Our client is a major Canadian retailer. They are seeking an Assistant Controller to join their team!

• Rapid expansion from 8 to 37 stores within five years, demonstrating strong performance and strategic growth.
• Significant runway for continued expansion, creating meaningful career progression opportunities.
• Flat, entrepreneurial structure with minimal bureaucracy and direct access to an engaged, approachable CEO.
• Financially backed by a reputable Canadian private equity firm, providing stability and growth capital.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements in accordance with Canadian GAAP.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare internal management reporting packages, KPIs, and variance analyses.

• Lead year-end audit preparation and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with provincial and federal requirements, including HST/QST, payroll remittances, and bank covenant reporting.
• Strengthen, implement, and monitor internal control frameworks and accounting policies.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including AP, AR, cash flow tracking, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Maintain intercompany transactions, eliminations, and consolidations across multiple entities.
• Review fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition across multiple sales channels.
• Supervise and mentor an accounting admin team of 3, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Support training, performance management, and professional development of direct reports.
• Collaborate with internal department leaders to support company goals and operational accuracy.

• Support the CFO with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Assist with special projects, system integrations, and workflow/process improvements.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend scalable solutions to support growth.

• CPA
• Min 4 years post‑designation experience in a controllership function (monthly close + internal controls)
• Proficiency in ASPE

$120,000 - $140,000 / year

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.