Group Controller

Ref ID : 05140-0012455932

Classification : Controller

Compensation : $80000.00 to $100000.00 yearly

You could become a Controller with a reputable company working with Robert Half, if you have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department.

To succeed in this role, you will need to plan and direct all accounting operational functions, handle the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluate accounting and internal control systems, and lead departmental staff.

If you can lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services, this role might be right for you.

We're looking for creative team players with a talent for challenging the status quo, coming up with unique ideas, negotiating and influencing.

This very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package could advance your career. This permanent position is for a Controller who will work in the Winnipeg, Manitoba region.

How you will make an impact

• Manage a team out of several offices in Canada as well as USA
• Research, prepare and execute Finance Department initiatives such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as required
• Analyze, apply and improve policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
• Review and revise deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
• Perform tasks associated with month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G / L analysis
• Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners
• Manage the creation of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
• Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
• Prepare cash-flow reports that project cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and handle daily cash management
• Time monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is punctual

Job Requirements :

• Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus
• Remarkable analytical, quantitative and social skills
• CPA designation
• Costing experience required
• Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
• Past work in technology, analytics and management experience highly valued
• Prior experience in a public accounting environment is highly valued
• Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
• Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
• Experience in Manufacturing or Public Practice
• Advanced credentials such as a Masters of Business Administration / MBA or Certified Public Accountant / CPA are preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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