Job Description

Paquin Entertainment Group is seeking a

Controller

to join our finance team.

Your Role

Reporting directly to the SVP, Finance the

Controller

will manage the day-to-day financial operations, accounting and reporting. This individual is a critical leader, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of overall operations and providing strong team leadership in a high volume, fast paced environment.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Oversee all accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, inventory costing, revenue recognition.

Develop and manage month end and year end accounting close processes.

Review month-end reports and assist with the preparation of internally generated financial statements on a monthly basis. Review and approve the reconciliation of all trial balance accounts.

Review and approve HST, QST, and any other required sales tax filings.

Develop and improve internal control processes for the organization.

Lead the accounting team.

Assist with the year-end Review engagements for the two operating entities as well as any consolidation requirement(s). Consult with external auditors.

Lead efforts to integrate AP and expense management systems into the QBO platform. Find opportunities for efficiencies across system software(s).

Review credit card reconciliations and for accuracy and completeness.

Manage any CRA audits.

Work with divisional leadership (Artist Agency and Exhibitions & Theatrical) on divisional budget creation and ensure updated and timely reporting of budget to actuals.

Liaise with external lenders and financial institutions on overall cash account management and assist with the negotiation of any debt financing the organization may require.

Manage day-to-day bank transactions and cash activity; approve payments for processing.

Prepare cash flow & liquidity summaries per entity, and at a consolidated level.

Standardize templates for the E&T division including production budgets, cost reports, and settlements and ensure the timely and accurate reporting of project P&L to stakeholders.

Work with divisional management to update, review and analyze project forecast models to support business planning and capital allocation decisions.

Review Artist Agency artist settlements.

Assist with providing Artist Agency ad hoc reporting as needed.

Lead preparation of US Sales tax reporting, review sales tax entries and support outside Accountant(s) with US sales tax requests

Other various accounting and financial related duties as required, including special projects related to legacy matters and new business opportunities.

Competencies/Skills Knowledge/Experience/ Behaviours

Mandatory CPA designation

7+ years of senior financial and management experience

Experience in live entertainment is an advantage

Strong leadership and communication skills

Experience in the media or entertainment industry is preferred

Experience working in entrepreneurial businesses is preferred

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office is required

Knowledge of QuickBooks, US and Canadian tax legislation would be an asset

Salary range: $110,000 - $130,000

Please email your cover letter and resume to hr@paquinentertainment.com

Paquin Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We thank all of those who apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00-$130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person