Job Description

Our client in the Mississauga area is seeking an Assistant Controller for their operations. This position is primarily responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations. Position will have 2-3 direct reports to assist with monthly transactional volumes. The Assistant Controller will provide financial reports to management monthly, as well as preparing year-end audit files.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compile month end profit and loss statements.

• Assist with preparation of year-end audit working papers for the company in preparation for the auditors.

• Prepare month-end and year-end journal entries.

• Prepare GST/HST returns.

• Prepare year-end inventory counts and make appropriate adjustments to financial records.

• Analyze gross profit reports for each sales order to ensure proper costs have been allocated to each order.

• Submit bank and balance sheet account reconciliations.

• Reconcile intercompany transactions between the service and manufacturing departments.

• Reconcile and adjust outstanding purchase orders from the service department.

• Run costing utilities and post service entries weekly.

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable staff and provide instruction and guidance as needed for the successful completion of tasks.

• College/University Degree.

• 2 years of full cycle accounting experience.

• Team approach to problem solving.

• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proven time management ability.

• Computer literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.

• Must have experience with Microsoft Quickbooks

Robert Half