Financial Controller

1 week ago

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada The Forest Group Full time

Financial Controller


Awarded one of Canada's Best Managed companies,
The Forest Group is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area.

Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 25 years.

We are currently looking for a full time
Financial Controller to spearhead the development of our Forest Readymix Operation


The Accountant/Controller is responsible for all areas in developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements.

This role requires you to be able to work in a fast-paced environment with a multitude of accounting activities and tight deadlines including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, and the support of budget and forecast activities.


_Reporting to the leader of the finance department, the Financial Controller, will be responsible for:_

  • Managing the daytoday operations of the Forest Readymix finance department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
  • Working collaboratively with the accounting and finance department team.
  • Managing all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition
  • Ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, reports, and analyses in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
  • Preparing budgets and collaborating with department heads to develop accurate financial projections.
  • Preparing variance analyses (actual vs. budget) and coordinate investigation and resolution into discrepancies with appropriate department managers
  • Monitoring cash flow, financial performance, and key performance indicators, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
  • Implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  • Reconciliation of bank accounts, interoffice, and order expense accounts, including followup with outstanding unreconciled items.
  • Coordinating and managing the annual external audit process, providing necessary documentation and support.
  • Developing process efficiencies and implement a global system for back office operations to determine better ways to align tasks with members of the finance team and boost data integrity
  • Providing strategic financial insights to executive leadership, contributing to business planning and growth strategies.
  • Supervising and mentoring finance team members, fostering professional development and a positive work environment.
  • Ensuring consistency in procedure throughout all divisions of the company.
  • A CPA designation (former CGA/CA/CPA)
  • 23 years of related experience in an accounting role
  • Must have knowledge of Accounting Software
  • Jonas and Quickbooks experience is preferred
  • Knowledge of Accounting Standards for private enterprises
  • Extremely strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel and Word required)
  • Ability to automate Excel spreadsheets for process efficiency improvements

_Why join The Forest Group?_

  • We offer a competitive salary with the potential for a performancebased bonus.
  • We provide a competitive benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits (i.e massage, physiotherapy, etc.).
  • We offer a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer matching.
  • Opportunity for significant career development due to continual growth.
  • A strong company culture and work life balance.
The Forest Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

  • We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

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