Our client, a manufacturing leader is looking for a  Financial Controller to join our team their team in Mississauga. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial reporting, payroll management, tax compliance, and finance-related processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the financial stability and growth of a distinguished company, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Payroll Management:

• Supervise the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely salary payments.
• Process payroll bi-weekly and generate Records of Employment (ROEs) as required.
• Maintain payroll records, manage source deductions, payroll taxes, and ensure compliance with employment standards and tax laws.
• Work closely with HR to address payroll issues and optimize payroll workflows.

2. Finance Process Management:

• Develop, implement, and oversee internal financial controls to protect company assets and enhance operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance department processes.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with the CFO and senior management to set financial goals.

3. Financial Management:

• Perform regular bank account reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and report findings to senior management.
• Manage bi-weekly payment runs for outstanding vendor invoices.
• Oversee the integration of accounts receivable systems (Shopify, Cin7) with QuickBooks Online.
• Regularly process accounts receivable deposits and conduct reconciliations.
• Execute month-end closing procedures consistently.

4. Financial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports.
• Ensure financial statements are accurate, timely, and comply with accounting standards and regulations.
• Provide management with detailed financial insights and strategic recommendations based on analysis.

5. Tax Filings and Compliance:

• Manage tax filings, including GST, US taxes, duties, and other government tax submissions.
• Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal tax regulations.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to maintain proper documentation and adherence to tax laws.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CPA designation (or candidates actively pursuing CPA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally within the luxury retail or jewelry sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of systems such as CIN7, LOOP, and Shopify.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.