Junior Financial Controller

**Join McDonald Liquid & Bulk — a family-owned and operated company since 2015.**
We are a for-hire transport company specializing in the haulage of bulk products. Our operations cover most of Ontario, Quebec, and the Eastern provinces, with occasional loads across Canada as required.

We are currently seeking a **Junior Financial Controller** to join our growing team.

**Position Summary**

The Junior Controller plays a key role in supporting the organization by overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, supervising the Bookkeeper, and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial information. This role is responsible for general ledger integrity, monthly reconciliations, financial reporting, and supporting year-end and tax requirements. The Junior Controller will act as a critical reviewer and gatekeeper of financial data while contributing to process improvements and overall financial stewardship of the organization.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Supervision & Oversight**
- Provide daily oversight and guidance to the Bookkeeper, ensuring timely and accurate completion of payables, receivables, and payroll.
- Review the Bookkeeper’s work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies.
- Support training and development of the Bookkeeper to strengthen accounting knowledge and efficiency.

**Accounting & Reporting**
- Perform regular reviews of the general ledger (GL) to ensure accurate coding, posting, and reconciliation of transactions.
- Prepare and review monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts.
- Manage and deliver monthly, quarterly, and year-to-date financial reporting packages for management review.
- Support preparation of variance analyses and commentary to accompany monthly reports.

**Year-End & Audit**
- Act as the primary liaison with external accountants and auditors during year-end.
- Prepare and provide required schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and tax regulations.

**Process & Internal Controls**
- Contribute to improving accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Assist in documenting workflows and recommending efficiencies.

**Qualifications & Competencies**

**Education & Experience**
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA designation in progress an asset).
- 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a supervisory or senior accounting role.
- Experience with monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting required.
- Prior exposure to working with external auditors or accountants preferred.

**Technical Skills**
- Proficiency in **Sage** (or similar ERP/accounting system).
- Advanced **Microsoft Excel** skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, data analysis).
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards.
- Familiarity with payroll and benefits administration is an asset.

**Core Competencies**
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to lead, train, and hold staff accountable while fostering collaboration.
- Professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to continuous learning.

**Working Conditions**
- Full-time, [on-site/hybrid/remote as applicable].
- Occasional overtime may be required during month-end and year-end close.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (required)

**Experience**:

- progressive accounting: 3 years (required)
- monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person