Corporate Controller - Waterdown, Canada - AXYZ Automation Group

AXYZ Automation Group

Verified Company

Waterdown, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Overview:

The Corporate Controller will lead the day-to-day operations of the Finance function, working closely with the Director of finance and the rest of the company's executive team and management team.

Key responsibilities include managing a team that performs financial accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial planning & analysis, treasury, and tax.

The Corporate Controller is also responsible for special projects, as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and oversight of the daily operation of the accounting department.
Supports the monthly financial reporting, including trial balance and account level review, consolidation and departmental and executive reporting.
Liaises with operations teams to coordinate monthly and annual financial reports.
Full day to day management of the accounting cycle and all related transactions for all AAG Entities.
Responsible for management, coordination and execution of effective and efficient financial audits.
Reviews, analyzes and processes any insurance related issues and the yearly renewal process.
Files all monthly, quarterly, and annual provincial, county, state, and country taxes, including corporate and local taxes.
Manages the AR cycle including review of invoices being posted for accuracy and the AFDA process.
Manages the AP cycle, including cash forecast and review and bank approval of payments.
Works with Director of finance, accounting, and operations teams to prepare annual budgets.
Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
Oversees the full accounting cycle for multiple entities.
Prepares monthly consolidations of 5 Global entities. (AAI, OVR, AUK, POL, & WJ).
Review and approval of biweekly payroll and vendor payments, including cash flow management and intercompany transfers.
Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Responsible for the development and review of accounting processes and procedures and providing recommendations for improvements.
Recommends and implements internal controls to ensure the safeguarding of the company's assets.
Reviews and evaluates accounting team structure and systems to support operational and business goals and to meet the needs and objectives of the company.
Assists with both short and longerterm planning and forecasting of company results including P+L balance sheet, and cash flow.
Responsible for assigning work, setting objectives, and evaluating performance of the accounting team.
Assisting with the monthly management meetings, board reporting and Shareholder reporting.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Maintain a comprehensive cash management and treasury function, including cash flow monitoring and forecasting.
Review and approve cash disbursements, including but not limited to vendor and employee payments.
Responsibility for tax compliance including commodity taxes and income taxes.
Maintain transfer pricing strategies and policies and ensure compliance with such policies.
Interact with Government regulatory bodies, including the Canada Revenue Agency, among others.
Perform analysis on a monthly/quarterly/yearly basis of actual results against budget, and report on any variances.
Leadership and oversight of the manufacturing cost accounting function
Conduct, participate in, and oversee margin reporting, monitoring and related analysis.
Identify revenue generating or cost saving opportunities and discuss with the management team and/or executive team where applicable.
Participate in special projects and undertake new initiatives as required.
Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

Undergraduate university degree in business, or equivalent
CPA designation
35 year experience in a similar management, reporting or analysis role.

Qualifications and Skills

Strong knowledge of ASPE
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Works well independently.
Effective time management skills and proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience overseeing financial statement audits and interfacing directly with auditors.
Experience leading and directing the work of others.
Ability to work crossfunctionally with individuals in other departments, as well as other members of the management team.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Takes responsibility and demonstrates accountability

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: