Highland Farms is a family-owned, independent supermarket business with our head office located in Mississauga. Working closely with the President, you will become involved in every facet of day-to-day finance and accounting.
We are seeking a designated accountant with extensive business and finance experience. The controller is responsible for the preparation of financial statements, internal reporting, cost control, analysis, budgeting, and audit oversight.
Job Requirements : Requirements :
Requirements :
- This position requires at least 10 years of professional accounting experience.
- University degree in Business / Accounting, with advanced degree.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA or CMA)
- Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management.
- Proficient communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Experience overseeing audits performed by external audit firms.
- Financial analysis, budgeting and some strategic planning experience.
- Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to make the necessary decisions to move forward the
work at hand.
- Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines.
- Excellent organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
- Manage and mentor accounting staff and coordinate cross-function training as required.
- Ensure best practices are in place and implement improvements to key operating activities and
processes.
- Accounting experience in the retail food sector is an asset.
- Experience with processing payroll and Ceridian Dayforce is an asset.
- Proficient with MS Office and MS Outlook.
- Knowledge of Sage 2021 software is an asset.
30+ days ago