Job Description

Controller
Scoudouc, NB
Reference # HL- SPD-8953
Springwall Sleep Products Inc. is headquartered just outside of Moncton, New Brunswick, and is extremely proud of being a unique family-owned business. Springwall is a 100% Canadian owned and operated National mattress manufacturer. With three manufacturing facilities in Canada (Moncton, Mississauga and Calgary), Springwell has over 75 years of extensive experience in manufacturing quality mattresses and foundations in Canada, which has earned Springwall a solid reputation of trust and respect from both its retailers and consumers.
Now, on their behalf, we are excited to partner with them in search for a Controller to work out of their head office in Scoudouc, NB.
Reporting to the VP Finance, the Controller will work closely with the senior management team and be responsible for monthly financial reporting. The Controller will also play a key role in the year-end financial reporting, annual budgeting and external audit. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Controller who is looking to grow and take their career to the next level.
Additional responsibilities will include:

• Manage all accounting operations including Billing, AR, Credit, AP, Payroll, and Customer Service.
• Responsible for the accuracy, completeness and timely completion of the monthly financial statements.
• Prepare period end financial closing, including journal entries and key account reconciliations.
• Lead the year end audit and work with KPMG external auditors.
• Assist with the annual budget preparation.
• Prepare monthly cost and variance reports. This includes validating the cost of goods sold as part of the month end close.
• Prepare, analyze and report monthly and YTD material analysis on products and customers.
• Assist with profitability analysis on new and existing products and customers.
• Prepare a monthly major customer report that breaks down the financial statements by significant customers.
• Daily management of cash / bank accounts.
• Close monitoring and management of ACH payments.
• Filing of GST & QST monthly returns.
• Process biweekly administrative payroll.
• Manage the day-to-day requirements of the group insurance program, RPP & RRSP programs.
• Assist in the management of IT functions on a corporate wide basis. This includes network management.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the information system being used.
• Complete all Stats Canada reporting requirements.
• Analytically evaluate all accounting operations for continuous improvements and internal controls.

The ideal candidate with possess:

• Completion of a professional accounting designation program (CPA) is required.
• Minimum 5 years finance and management experience, with preference in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Pro-active individual capable of identifying problems, recommending solutions, and implementing corrective actions either individually or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of IT functions, computer systems and networks.

If you are a well-rounded, tech savvy finance professional who can establish and achieve financial objectives while ensuring there are internal controls in place to adequately safeguard the company's assets, then this is a great opportunity for you. Connect with us today to learn more!
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking "Apply Now" below:
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon know.
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