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Job title: Controller
Company: Robert Half
Job description: Robert Half Finance is searching for an efficient Controller to join a reputable services company. The leadership position is responsible for an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, your tasks will include planning and directing all accounting operational functions, managing the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assessing accounting and internal control systems, and guiding departmental staff of four. This company offers very competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent career growth. We want to hear from you if you can motivate others with your positive detail oriented attitude; are honest, reliable and a leader; and can provide outstanding client services by managing self and others with urgency, practicality, and accountability. You will also make key decisions and challenge, negotiate and influence the team. You will join the leadership team in supporting the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenging the status quo, and fostering creativity in your department. Based in the Ottawa, Ontario area, this opening for a Controller is a full-time position.
What you get to do every day
– Perform tasks associated with month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
– Manage the creation of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
– Assess, execute and improve policies, procedures, controls, and most methodologies
– Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
– Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required
– Collaborate with executive team and partners to make efficient and effective firm-wide operation possible
– Present executive committee and partners with monthly financial reports
– Ensure client satisfaction by reviewing deliverables of self and team
– Comfortable handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties
– Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
– Ensure timely cash collection by driving the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques
Qualifications
– Bilingual in French and English
– CPA required
– Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations
– Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
– 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
– Commitment and abilities to meet critical business deadlines
– Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing
– Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued
– Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills
– Adeptness in Accounting Systems
– Practical knowledge of Microsoft Excel
– Computerized Accounting System experience
– Proficiency in Annual Internal Audit
– Audit Reports experience preferred
– Expertise in financial reporting
– Comprehensive knowledge of Controllership Functions
– Outstanding analytical, quantitative, and social skills
– High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills
– Excellent technology, analytics, and management experience required
– CPA required
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your resume today at ottawa@roberthalf.com – Attn: Tracy, and/or Stuart (reference 05030-0011637604)! This position will not be open long! If you have further questions or require more information, please call us at (613)236-4253. We look forward to speaking with you about this fulfilling role!
Robert Half Finance & Accounting matches skilled professionals with remote or on-site jobs in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more on a full-time basis. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs.
When you work with us, you’re working with the best. Our parent company, Robert Half International Inc., has been recognized as one of FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” every year since 1998.
Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
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Expected salary: $75000 – 95000 per year
Location: Ottawa, ON
Job date: Thu, 10 Dec 2020 08:23:10 GMT
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