Finance Controller

2 weeks ago

Montréal, Canada PAQ Full time

**About PAQ**

PAQ is an Indigenous organization that accompanies First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples facing housing insecurity in Tio’tià: ke / Montréal. Using a culturally adapted approach based on empowerment and harm reduction, we offer shelter, housing options and services that promote healing, well-being, and community. We work in partnership to advocate for the health and housing rights of urban Indigenous Peoples.

With an annual operating budget of $12M and a team of more than 80 committed employees, PAQ serves over 500 Indigenous women and men in urban Montreal each year. One of Montreal's largest support services for the urban Indigenous community, PAQ offers comprehensive culturally adapted programs and services to those experiencing homelessness or those who are at risk.

**Key Responsibilities**

Reporting to the Finance and Operations Director, the PAQ Finance Controller is the lead stakeholder in ensuring sound and transparent management of PAQ’s finances, including a $12M operating budget and $15M in assets. The person in this role is responsible for the production, coordination and sharing of all financial information, including: maintaining financial records, the annual financial audit (liaising with the auditor), and ensuring that all aspects of PAQ’s finances are current and up to date.

The Finance Controller ensures that recording and reporting of financial information follows Generally Accepted Accounting Practices and Canadian standards for non-profit corporations.

**Main responsibilities**

**Organizational Leadership**:

- As part of the PAQ Management Team (MT), contribute to the overall organizational vision, plans, budgets, and strategies;
- Hold overall responsibility for ensuring PAQ has sound and responsible financial policies, procedures and practices in place;
- Proactively share information with other MT members & collaborate on cross-cutting initiatives;
- Ensure PAQ is compliant with all financial, donation and tax regulations and legislation and following sector best practices;
- Represent PAQ at external meetings with partners and suppliers, and in other external-facing functions in mutual agreement with the Finance and Operations Director;
- Participate and present at meetings of the Board of Directors, on an as-needed basis;
- With the commitment of the Executive Director and Board to lead by example, infuse a culture of quality, transparency and accountability at PAQ;
- Monitor, evaluate & manage outputs against approved plans & budgets; ensure targets are met

**Financial planning, analysis, and management**
- Support the Executive Team with financial planning, financial modelling, and program financial reporting
- Prepare monthly and ad hoc financial reporting and performance analyses
- Successfully open and close financing projects, and all steps in between
- Review and identify opportunities to enhance current financial reporting processes and systems by leveraging automation in accounting and finance
- Support periodic review and updating of financial policies, procedures and controls and ensure effective implementation and staff compliance
- Produce and present financial reports at regular Board and committee meetings.
- Produce monthly financial statements for the Executive Director and provide documented explanations for budget variances.

**Budget, planning and reporting**
- Works with Finance and Operations Director to analyze expenditures and develop realistic annual budget proposals and multi-year program budgets for the organization.
- Support the Finance and Operations Director to prepare clear, timely and accurate financial reports, including regular budget updates and forecasts for the Executive Team, Board of Directors, and donors.

**Accounting**
- Ensure the end of the month closing
- Oversee accounts payable/accounts receivable and supervise the accounting and payroll technicians
- Oversee annual external audit.
- Ensure all PAQ’s banking duties are carried out in a timely manner such as deposits, payroll delivery and bank reconciliations.
- Maintain and monitor tax compliance, tax filing and reporting
- Prepare monthly cashflow reports
- Prepare and submit government remittances
- Payroll and benefit administration
- Maintain oversight of bi-weekly payroll run for approximately 85 salaried and hourly employees.
- Supports Finance and Operations Director in administering Group Benefits Plan
- Supports Finance and Operations Director in managing office lease and other office related contractual obligations

**Human resources**
- Manages performance and development of staff under his or her supervision
- Works with Management team to develop and achieve annual objectives and key results, and report quarterly on progress
- Supports staff recruitment processes

**Required Values and Attributes**
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to social justice and reconciliation for Indigenous peoples in Canada.
- Personal qualities of int

  • Assistant Controller

    2 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada FED Finance CA Full time

    **-** **YOUR MISSIONS**: We are looking for a real estate company in Montreal, an Assistant Controller with the management of a team of five people. Reporting to the VP Finance and accompanied by your team of accountants, you will be in charge of the complete accounting cycle for several divisions: - Supervise and review the complete accounting cycle -...

  • Assistant Controller

    2 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada FED Finance CA Full time

    **YOUR MISSIONS**: We are looking for one of our clients, a large public group in medical practice, an Assistant Controller. Your responsibilities will be: - Carry out the complete accounting cycle - Perform end of month - Realize the end of the year - Participate in process improvement - Follow up on accounts payable and payments - Others tasks **YOUR...

  • Deputy Finance Director

    4 weeks ago

    Montréal, QC, Canada Fed Finance Full time

    Founded in 2001, Fed Finance specializes in temporary and permanent recruitment for the accounting and finance professions. Our consultants are all experts and speak your language. We are committed to supporting you throughout your job search and at every stage of your career. Hello, I'm Clémence, Recruitment and Business Development Consultant at Fed...

  • Finance and Tax- Operational Permanent Control

    2 weeks ago

    Montréal, QC, Canada BNP Paribas Full time

    In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be...

  • Assistant Finance Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada Compass Group Full time

    You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees. You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues,...

  • Internal Control Analyst Sox, Finance

    2 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada BRP Full time

    WHY JOIN THE TEAM? To benefit from good visibility among several of the organization’s departments and divisions To work with different global finance teams to improve the quality of financial information YOUR FIRST-YEAR DELIVERABLES Integrate yourself into your department and role while developing trusting relationships with different...

  • Controller/assistant Controller

    1 week ago

    Montréal, Canada Goalcast Full time

    **Controller/Assistant Controller** We are looking to amplify our impact and are currently looking for an Assistant Controller to oversee the day-to-today finances of the Company, develop financial policies and processes, and work closely with the leadership team on major initiatives. To be successful in this role you must be willing to be hands on, as...

  • Vie - Finance - Site Controlling - Canada

    3 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada ALSTOM Full time

    Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us...

  • Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Montréal, QC, Canada MSP OPERATIONAL CORP Full time

    MSP Corp. Powered by Groupe Access is a leading Cyber Security and Information Technology (IT) services firm in Canada. We are committed to delivering top-tier services and solutions to our clients. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated Financial Controller to join our dynamic team. We are looking for an experienced **Financial Controller...

  • Controller

    1 week ago

    Montréal, Canada Acuity Brands Full time

    **We light the way!** **Job Summary**: We are seeking a high-performing Controller. In this leadership role you will plan and direct all accounting operational functions, manage the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for financial statements, assess accounting and internal control systems, and guide departmental staff. Working with our...

  • Assistant controller

    4 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada Fed Finance Canada Full time

    Your responsibilities:-Preparation and analysis of monthly FS for various divisions;-Preparation of annual budgets for various divisions;Follow-up of the cost price model upgrade and monitoring process;Follow-up of cash receipts, analysis and reconciliation of deduction programs;-Reconciliation of accounts (receivables, payables, inventories, fixed...

  • Junior Finance Operations Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada Mogo Finance Technology Inc. Full time

    **The Role**: The Junior Operations Analyst will support our Moka customers, customer success teams and Portfolio Managers to ensure high degree of data accuracy and a great customer experience. You will process enrolments, ensure accurate transfer of funds, report on results and a variety of other daily tasks and projects. This is a great opportunity for a...

  • Assistant Controller

    2 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada Searchlight Pharma inc. Full time

    **Assistant Controller** Searchlight Pharma Searchlight Pharma is a fast growing leading Canadian-based specialty healthcare company which focuses on the acquisition, commercialization, and focused development of innovative and unique specialty healthcare products that improve life-long human health and wellness. The company is looking for an **Assistant...

  • Vp Finance

    2 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada ZIM Full time

    **Main purpose of the role**: The VP Finance guides and manages all aspects of the Finance function, including all policies, and programs for ZIM Canada, including accounts accounting/auditing, internal audit follow-ups, controls, receivables, accounts payable and treasury. Moreover, the VP Finance is responsible for supporting the President in driving a...

  • Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada Stingray Full time

    Department Finance Location Montreal At Stingray, creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology are the pillars of our DNA. Keen on joining a team of tech-savvy music lovers in a stimulating and fun work environment? Reporting to the Finance Director, the Controller will be responsible for supervising an accounting team made up of 3 people...

  • Assistant Controller

    1 week ago

    Montréal, Canada Octasic Full time

    Founded in 1998, Octasic is a leading worldwide provider of systems and complete solutions in advanced communications. We provide state-of-the-art integration software, and hardware platforms for worldwide mobile wireless solutions. Octasic has offices worldwide and continues to expand. **Why choose Octasic**: - It is a workplace at the cutting edge of...

  • Financial Controller

    4 weeks ago

    Montréal, Quebec, Québec, Canada Fed Finance Canada Full time

    We are looking for one of our clients, a construction company, a Financial Controller. Your responsibilities will be: - Produce monthly and annual financial statements - Review the work of the accounting team - Realize the forecast - Carry out the budget process - Analyze budget variances - Cash flow monitoring - Revise the treatment - Related stains

  • Financial Controller

    4 weeks ago

    Montréal, Canada Joseph Ribkoff Full time

    Joseph Ribkoff designs classic and contemporary garments for fashion-forward women with a youthful state of mind. Each one of our carefully tailored pieces offers the effortless fashion, fit, and quality that we’ve been synonymous with. Over the years, the brand has blossomed into a touchstone for timeless, youthful style. Driven by a passion that has...

  • Project Controller

    1 week ago

    Montréal, Canada CAE Full time

    **Role and Responsibilities** At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defence and security...

  • Controller

    1 week ago

    Montréal, Canada MacLean Power Systems Full time

    Job Summary Chateauguay based Controller will serve as the representative for general and cost accounting functions. The Controller is responsible for the production and analysis of monthly financial statements and their compliance to GAAP and internal policies of the US head office. Operating in a manufacturing environment, the Controller will ensure...