Job Description

We are looking for a financial controller for our client within the legal services/Professional Services industry.

This is a 3 -5 month contract role with a possibility to extend.

JOB SUMMARY

The Financial Controller (FC) will serve as the main point of contact in the organization for accounting, financial and management reporting, business analytics, operating budgets, and internal control and compliance. The FC will work across the firm as a business partner with the management team to help them manage the firm's growing operations. They will lead management reporting and business analytics against benchmarks and KPIs, budgets and budgetary control, business modelling and financial forecasting. They will drive upgrades and changes to existing financial systems, policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure effective and efficient financial management of all operations of the organization.

The FC is also responsible for the management of day-to-day accounting and finance functions, including the integrity of the financial general ledger; general accounting - banking, accounts payable and accounts receivable; contractual payments and custody of all contracts; accounting and security of fixed assets; payroll processing and administration; cashflow management and forecasting; GAAP accounting, audited financial statements and statutory audits; statutory reporting and filings; CRA compliance; internal controls including authorizations and compliance; internal control over financial policies and procedures; and enhancement of accounting systems.

Requirements

Qualifications

• CPA designation
• 10+ years of relevant senior-level accounting and leadership experience
• Professional services/Law firm/Consulting industry experience
• Financial controller experience
• Experience preparing financial statements
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Discretion (with respect to confidential information