Job Description

About Perri's Corporation

Perri's Corporation is a premium manufacturer and licensor of branded accessories and leather goods, supplying major retailers and global brand partners. The business operates across manufacturing, wholesale, licensing, and distribution channels, with an increasing focus on scalable systems, disciplined working capital management, and operational excellence.

We are seeking a hands-on, commercially minded

Controller

to own the day-to-day finance function and act as the operational backbone of accounting, reporting, and controls.

Role Overview

The Controller will be responsible for all core accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. This role requires a strong understanding of inventory-driven businesses and ERP environments. The successful candidate will partner closely with operations, sales, and senior leadership to ensure financial accuracy, insight, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes Prepare accurate financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) Deliver variance analysis, margin reporting, and management commentary Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations (bank, AR, AP, inventory, accruals)

Inventory, Costing & Operations Finance

Manage inventory accounting, standard costing, and landed cost allocations Oversee WIP, purchase commitments, and inventory reserve policies Partner with operations on production runs and SKU profitability Monitor inventory turns, excess/obsolete stock, and gross margin drivers

ERP & Systems

Act as finance lead for ERP integrity (Epicor experience a strong asset) Maintain chart of accounts, GL structure, and costing logic Drive continuous improvement in reporting, automation, and controls

Compliance & Tax

Oversee HST filings, remittances, and ITC integrity Coordinate year-end audit/review and external advisors Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and best practices

Cash Flow & Working Capital

Monitor AR, AP, and cash flow forecasts Support credit management, customer terms, and collections discipline Assist with financing reporting and lender requirements, as applicable

Leadership & Collaboration

Manage and mentor accounting staff and external bookkeepers Partner cross-functionally with sales, operations, and senior management Support strategic initiatives, pricing analysis, and growth projects

Qualifications & Experience

5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience Strong experience in manufacturing, consumer goods, or inventory-driven businesses ERP experience required (Epicor or similar) Advanced Excel skills; comfort with detailed financial models Understanding of Canadian tax and HST

Key Attributes

Detail-oriented with strong internal control mindset Hands-on, execution-focused, and highly organized Commercially minded with strong business judgment Comfortable operating in a growth-stage, evolving environment Strong communicator who can translate numbers into insights

Why Join Perri's

High-quality, brand-driven product business with global reach Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic initiatives Opportunity to professionalize, scale, and leave a lasting impact Competitive compensation aligned with experience
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person