Financial Controller

A WORD ABOUT USWe come from many different places, but what unites us is our passion. At Moment Factory, each new project is a blank page awaiting the creativity and talent of our whole team, no matter the individual responsibilities, roles, or fields.

Our desire to innovate, to take risks, and to learn from our mistakes and from each other is what allows us to create collective projects that go above and beyond.

Today, thanks to a team of 420 creative minds, we have been able to create immersive multimedia environments for artists, museums, airports, brands, theme parks and events, as well as our signature shows.

No matter the canvas be it film, lighting, multimedia architecture, sound design, special effects, or interactive projects the thirst for experimentation and innovation is at the core of our DNA.

YOUR TEAMBehind the scenes of our projects, the administrative services work to highlight every initiative. They are involved at different stages of development, providing support and assistance to the Moment Factory teams.

You will join a passionate team that thrives on the diversity of projects, varied production cycles, and a wide range of clients.

YOUR MISSIONReporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating all accounting cycle operations for Moment Factory and its subsidiaries.

Additionally, you will ensure proper accounting controls, monitor financial performance, and maintain the accuracy of the company’s accounting and financial information.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial and Management Accounting
• Supervise a team of six accountants;
• Oversee and review month-end close processes, prepare monthly financial statements for the entity and its subsidiaries, perform consolidation, and explain budget variances;
• Prepare consolidated reporting and highlight key insights (both consolidated and by business line);
• Present results to the executive team;
• Produce various internal and external financial reports;
• Prepare financial information for the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis;
• Contribute to the analysis of complex accounting transactions;
• Supervise the accounting manager responsible for all accounting transactions at Moment Factory (accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer invoicing, credit cards, and other banking activities);
• Accurately account for partnership assets in accordance with contracts and intangible assets;
• Monitor cash flow and approve vendor payments through the banking platform;
• Ensure compliance with sales tax regulations when recording customer and vendor invoices;
• Coordinate the preparation of various consumption tax reports in the countries where we operate;
• Lead and coordinate external audit activities for the entity and its subsidiaries;
• Assist the CFO in preparing and monitoring the consolidated annual budget;
• Prepare and track budgets for the finance department and international offices.
• Risk Management
• Develop, implement, and monitor the policies, procedures, and controls required for the financial systems used within the company;
• Ensure compliance with controls, approval matrices, and internal policies, and implement corrective measures as necessary;
• Manage the internal control system effectively to maintain the integrity of financial information;
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of data in accordance with recognized accounting standards;
• Monitor accounting standards and special projects (e.g., new partnerships and new jurisdictions).
• Other Related Duties
• Participate in continuous improvement strategies, optimizing and automating transactional processes;
• Prepare training sessions on various accounting topics and deliver them to the teams;
• Structure, organize, train, and motivate the accounting department.

YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Must be a member an active member of the Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec (CPA);
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting and / or finance, with at least 5 years in a controller role;
• Experience in personnel management and talent development;
• Strong understanding of project accounting standards, including revenue recognition (work in progress and deferred revenue);
• Knowledge of consumption taxes, tax credits, and corporate taxation;
• Proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written (you will communicate regularly with English-speaking clients in this role);
• Experience managing international subsidiaries (an asset);
• Familiarity with an ERP system (NetSuite, is a plus);
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

YOUR QUALITIES

• Strong communication skills, attentive to clients and colleagues;
• Rigor, discretion, and a high capacity for adaptability and organization;
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy;
• Good prioritization skills and resourcefulness;
• Strong sense of responsibility and ability to meet deadlines;
• Capacity to thrive in a constantly changing environment;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

SOME PERKS THAT COME WITH WORKING AT MF

• Hybrid work mode to optimize work-life balance;
• Group insurance benefits for you and your family;
• Wellness account allowing you to claim personal expenses up to $250 per year;
• $110 inspiration account;
• Free access to Dialogue telemedicine service, to quickly respond to your health concerns and those of your family;
• 5 paid sick days per year;
• Personalized training and skills development plan through the MF School;
• Daily meals at a cost of $7, snacks and coffee available at all times;
• MF Life Department, a catalyst for employee wellness initiatives (physical, mental health, social activities, etc.).

If you think this position is for you, we invite you to apply now. Unfortunately, we will not be able to follow up with each candidate, so we will only contact the selected individuals.

Thank you for considering a career at Moment Factory. We are looking forward to meeting you!