Controller - Winnipeg, Canada - Smartrend Manufacturing Group

Smartrend Manufacturing Group

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

CONTROLLER
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WHO WE ARE
As one of Manitoba's fastest growing companies, Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG), Inc.

through our various divisions, is increasing safety in the school bus industry and reducing emissions in the electric vehicle charge systems arena.

We work on exciting, patented, innovative technology that impacts our environment.

What has remained constant throughout this compelling history of growth is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which we built SMG:

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People - our team is what makes us special
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Passion - from our hearts and minds, demonstrated through our actions
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Priority - we put the customer first, everyday, in everything we do
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Partnership - with each other, our customers, and our suppliers

We offer a competitive benefits package in an environment that is supportive, respectful, and fun Join an innovative, growing, and diverse organization where your voice matters.

THE POSITION
A leader in the Finance department, the

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING AN IMPACT

Lead month end accounting processes for the organization.
Oversee daytoday accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury.
Coach and mentor accounting staff, promoting ownership and a teaming culture.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes, policies, and systems to improve accuracy of reporting and increase efficiency.
Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
Overseeing monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
Ensure the company is commodity tax compliant in both Canada and USA.
Design and implement internal controls.
Perform financial modeling and analysis.
Perform budget to actual analysis and investigate significant variances on a monthly basis.
Support the implementation and optimization of new ERP solution.
Partner on crossdepartment corporate initiatives.
Communicate with external auditor and prepare annual audit working papers.
Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU REQUIRE

Minimum 3+ years' progressive accounting experience and experience in a senior accounting role
Preference given to those with manufacturing experience.
Indepth understanding of full cycle accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
Strong knowledge of accounting systems, processes, standards, etc.

THE BENEFITS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM

Share with us your passion and drive towards your career objectives, and we will provide an environment where your valuable contributions are rewarded and celebrated with professional growth and job satisfaction.

We offer an attractive benefits package for our team members including:

Starting salary of $90,000 to $110,000, depending on experience
Opportunity for advancement as the company grows
Group insurance plan with health spending account
Paid Vacation
Company paid shutdown from Christmas to New Years
Matching RRSP program
We would like to thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._