Accounting Controller

1 month ago

Mississauga, Canada Eventide Senior Living Full time
strong>This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of financial innovation within our company. As the Corporate Controller, you will have a direct impact on key financial initiatives that will shape the future of our business. Your strong knowledge in accounting and financial management and passion for process improvement, delivering results and excellent leadership skills would make you an ideal candidate for this role.

The Corporate Controller will be responsible for leading full-cycle accounting processes, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, and shaping the future of our finance operations in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end to end accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, Tax and Capital Assets.
  • Oversee the preparation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports in accordance with ASPE and other regulatory requirements
  • Lead and champion the continuous improvement and transformation of finance processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
  • Identify and implement financial technologies and best practices to streamline operations and drive strategic value.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new systems and processes across the organization such as projects in finance transformation, paperless strategy
  • Build a robust treasury function, managing the organization’s liquidity, investments and financial risks to optimize cash position and flow
  • Perform reconciliations and variance analyses to explain significant fluctuations and trends
  • Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, and manage tax filings, audits, and assessments
  • Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information
  • Assess financial internal controls and implement improvements as needed to mitigate risks
  • Lead the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors and other stakeholders
  • Support the budgeting and forecasting processes and provide financial analyses as needed
  • Manage and mentor a team of staff and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
  • Provide strategic insights and leadership to ensure the financial and operational success of M&A transactions.

Qualifications & Competencies:

  • A CA or CPA designation and a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • At least 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance preferably in a manufacturing, food or dairy industry
  • Strong knowledge of ASPE, tax laws, and accounting best practices
  • Experience with ERP systems, consolidations, and financial reporting tools
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities
  • A passion for manufacturing, the dairy industry and a commitment to our cooperative values
  • Proven experience in improving processes across all areas of accounting
  • Proven experience in leading finance modernization projects and implementing financial best practices
  • Experience in M&A is an asset
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian-owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese, and Hewitt’s Dairy.Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack, and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.

Delivering high-quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America’s first Smooth Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories. com

Gay Lea Foods is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.
Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.

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