Financial Controller

About Shouldice Stone

Shouldice Stone is a leading manufacturer of masonry solutions, known for quality, innovation, and a strong commitment to growing people through masonry solutions. With operations rooted in Ontario and a growing North American footprint, we pride ourselves on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial health of Shouldice Stone by managing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. This role plays a critical part in supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial information, and partnering with leadership to drive sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for the Executive Team
• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes , including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and balancing of the income statement
• Complete bank reconciliations , account reconciliations, and CAPEX tracking and allocation
• Process and oversee all bank wires, EFTs, and payments , ensuring accuracy and proper approvals
• Administer payroll, benefits, and pension programs , ensuring compliance and timely processing
• Prepare, file, and manage all required government and statutory submissions , including:
• HST
• WSIB
• Corporate Tax support
• EHT
• PST / RST
• Quebec Business Registration
• Statistics Canada
• RPRA (Resource Productivity & Recovery Authority – formerly HWIN)
• Lead year-end close activities , including preparation of working papers, schedules, and coordination with external accounting firms (significant workload during year-end period)
• Maintain and update QuickBooks and M1 , including:
• Posting journal entries and adjustments
• Reviewing transactions for accuracy and reasonability
• Preparing files and supporting documentation for external accountants
• Posting year-end entries and filing HST from finalized statements
• Prepare and maintain US sales reports and related reconciliations
• Review receipts and expense entries, transfer funds, upload payments to banking platforms, and ensure proper posting
• Track, calculate, and reconcile customer rebates
• Responsible for all accounts payable and receivable
• Managing and leading two direct reports

Reports To : CFO

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management
• CPA Designation
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance requirements
• Experience in Manufacturing Environment is a bonus
• Proficiency with financial systems and platforms
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills
• Experience working in a multi-department or cross-functional environment
• Experience leading a small finance team

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and teams
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Compensation

• Starting at $90,000

Benefits & Perks

• Company pension