Financial Controller

Financial ControllerLocation: Markham / Toronto, OntarioCompany: Cheelcare Inc.Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)Department: FinanceEffective: November 2025About CheelcareCheelcare Inc. is a fast-growing Canadian medical technology company developing advanced mobility solutions for global markets. As we prepare for public-company governance standards and continued expansion into North America and Europe, we are strengthening our financial infrastructure with key leadership hires.Position OverviewThe Financial Controller will lead Cheelcare's day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal control framework. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and audit-readiness across all financial functions while supporting enterprise-wide budgeting, costing, and compliance initiatives.The Controller will be the operational anchor of the finance team—coordinating cross-functionally, supervising accounting staff, and ensuring that Cheelcare maintains robust financial discipline as it scales.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Month-End CloseLead monthly and quarterly financial close within  10 business days .Oversee reconciliations for AP, AR, inventory, payroll, accruals, and banking.Prepare accurate IFRS-aligned monthly financial statements.Coordinate monthly review and sign-off with CFO and CEO.Internal Controls & GovernanceImplement and enforce the Delegation of Authority (DOA).Maintain a complete audit trail for approvals, reconciliations, and transactions.Conduct semi-annual reviews of banking and system access rights.Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements.Accounts Payable & PaymentsOversee centralized invoice intake ).Monitor QBO uploads, PO matching, and payment readiness.Supervise Unpaid Bills Report and payment batches for CFO/CEO approval.Ensure all payments follow digital banking protocols (RBC Express/BMO).Accounts Receivable & CollectionsOversee daily posting and reconciliation between SOS Software and QBO.Manage aging analysis (current, 30, 60, 90+ days) and collections follow-ups.Support credit control enforcement and approve credit notes within DOA.Inventory & CostingLead physical inventory verification and reconciliation.Coordinate quarterly and annual counts with Operations and auditors.Maintain standard cost codes, product cost sheets, and system synchronization.Conduct costing variance analysis and provide decision-support insights.Procurement & Vendor ManagementImplement Procurement Policy Manual and RFQ-to-PO workflows.Verify vendor onboarding, documentation, and periodic reviews.Ensure commitments have approved POs aligned with DOA and budgets.Support procurement dashboards and cost-utilization reporting.Budgeting & ForecastingCoordinate annual and mid-year budget development.Validate assumptions and ensure linkage to operational metrics.Perform monthly variance analysis and present findings to management.Management Information System (MIS)Produce Monthly MIS Pack within  10 business days .Consolidate data from SOS and QBO for KPIs on sales, costs, and cash flow.Provide narrative insight for management and Board reporting.Audit, Compliance & Financial Clean-UpLead rectification of FY2025 data through Q3 2026.Prepare reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for auditors.Ensure all adjustments and year-end entries comply with IFRS.Team Leadership & DevelopmentSupervise and mentor accounting staff.Define deliverables, KPIs, and continuous improvement tasks.Support CFO on cross-functional financial process improvements.QualificationsCPA designation (CA, CPA, or equivalent) or in final stages.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.5–8 years  progressive accounting experience; minimum  2 years  in a Controller/Senior Accountant role.Experience in  manufacturing or technology  environments.Strong IFRS knowledge and internal controls experience.Proficiency in  QBO ,  SOS , and/or ERP platforms (Zoho, SAP, etc.).Demonstrated expertise in monthly closing, reconciliations, and automation.Strong communication, analytical, and leadership abilities.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Month-End Close:  ≤10 business daysReconciliations:  100% monthly completionA/P Accuracy:  100% invoice posting & payment controlA/R Overdue Reduction: