Senior Director, Controller

The Role: Senior Director, Controller

What you are looking for:

• A closely connected culture
• A total rewards package meant to enhance your work-life flexibility
• Fully utilizing your talent
• Professional growth and development via challenging projects and assignments
• Warm and fuzzy feelings knowing you have helped your community, your team, the business and social causes through the Rexall Care Network

Reporting to the SVP & Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Director, Controller is a key leadership role responsible for the preparation of financial information and meeting all company financial reporting deadlines. The role is responsible for providing the Board and executive management with accurate and timely financial reporting to effectively manage and enhance the performance of the company. This role also leads Finance operational processes related to General Accounting, Inventory Control, Tax and Treasury.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead day-to-day operations across general accounting, financial reporting, ERP management and development, direct and indirect taxation, and treasury functions.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and prepare external financial statements in compliance with ASPE.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures, including compliance with new requirements. Ensure proactive interpretation and application of all policies.
• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of accounting and internal control systems to ensure compliance and alignment with industry best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen financial processes across the organization.
• Oversee the daily operations and long-term strategic development of the organization's financial ERP system, ensuring optimal functionality, integration, and continuous improvement to support business objectives.
• Manage and maintain the relationship with external auditors, serving as the primary point of contact to ensure timely and accurate completion of audit processes.
• Oversee all aspects of general and property accounting, cost accounting, and budgetary control to ensure accuracy, compliance and effective financial management.
• Manage compliance with income tax and sales tax regulations, including preparation and timely filing of all required returns.
• Oversee Treasury, including banking, debt management, cash forecasting, insurance and risk management, pensions and environmental levies.
• Partner with the SVP & CFO and collaborate cross-functionally to identify and implement best practices, address business challenges, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Evaluate financial performance against budgets, policies, and cost objectives, identifying opportunities to improve profitability. Provide strategic financial insights and guidance to support executive decision-making and long-term planning.
• Build and lead a proactive Finance organization by recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent. Establish clear goals and objectives, monitor performance, provide constructive feedback, and foster professional growth.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• 9+ years Controller experience.
• JD Edwards experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with Tax planning and compliance is an asset
• Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office-especially Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and time-management skills; demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent team building skills; demonstrated experience in leading and coaching teams.
• University degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• Professional accounting designation (CA/CMA) required. CA with a background in public reporting and controls preferred.

At Rexall, we are better together. We serve our customers, partners, and patients best—we are our best—when everyone brings their true self to work. Our connected, inclusive culture celebrates our lived experiences, backgrounds, expertise, and self-expression to let us win as one team. Leveraging our differences distinguishes us and brings out our best performance.

Are you #ALLin?

Rexall Pharmacy Group is committed to providing an accessible environment for all of our customers, employees, and job applicants. Rexall Pharmacy Group will make available to any selected applicants' accommodations and/or accessible formats should they require. Candidates are encouraged to discuss any accommodation they may need in order to allow for the most effective selection process.