Job Description

Location:

GTA (Head Office in Scarborough, ON)

Reports To:

Chief Financial Officer

Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

About Wellwise

Wellwise is a national retail, B2B and E-commerce healthcare home products retailer committed to helping Canadians live healthier, more independent lives. As we transition into a standalone organization with a modernized finance function, we are building a forward-thinking accounting team that supports growth, transformation, and operational excellence across 40+ locations and our e-commerce channel.

Position Overview

The Corporate Controller will lead all aspects of financial reporting, period-end close, cash management, and internal controls for Wellwise. This role is critical in establishing a scalable finance environment as the company completes its ERP implementation and evolves into a standalone organization. The ideal candidate is hands-on, systems-savvy, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Working closely with, and reporting to, CFO the Corporate Controller is responsible for the day-to-day operation and management of the Finance function, including providing leadership to a Finance team and working with FP&A team.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Period Close

Lead all monthly and period-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements aligned with ASPE/IFRS Prepare, review, and analyze P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements with variance analysis for management Maintain the chart of accounts, consolidation structure, and account reconciliations

Systems & Process Improvement

Oversee general ledger integrity within

Microsoft Business Central

(experience preferred) Support ongoing ERP enhancements, integrations, and standardization of processes across stores and corporate departments Drive automation and efficiency in AP, AR, inventory accounting, and bank reconciliations

Cash & Working Capital Management

Monitor cash flow, DSO/DPO, inventory posting, and bank transactions Collaborate with operations and supply chain to support inventory controls and shrink analysis

Audit, Tax & Compliance

Manage external reviews, reviews/audits, and corporate filings Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and audit readiness Partner with CFO on tax compliance, commodity taxes, and year-end requirements

Team Leadership

Supervise accounting staff, providing coaching, training, and performance development Establish accountability for accurate period close, reconciliations, and schedules

Qualifications

Postsecondary degree in Accounting or Business (or equivalent knowledge & learning capability from other disciplines and work experience). CPA designation with a minimum of 10 years related accounting experience, including management responsibilities. (CPA, CA, CGA, or CMA) Sound knowledge of ASPE and IFRS, financial statement preparation and accounting systems. Experience managing a financial statement audit. Extensive experience in management reporting - must be able to interpret requirements and develop reports & information for adhoc requests. Advanced Excel and ability to structure data, reconciliations, and schedules ERP/Accounting software implementation skills are an asset.

Experience with Microsoft Business Central

or similar mid-market ERP strongly preferred Able to manage, develop and motivate staff in a friendly and professional manner. High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic, changing environment Client service oriented. Strong presentation, writing, teaching, coaching and interpersonal skills. Full range of communication capabilities: effective listening, verbal, written, formal proposals and presentations, internal communications, design documentation, teaching. The candidate needs to be comfortable dealing with various constituents at all levels.

What We Offer

Opportunity to help build a new, modern finance department Growth potential within a transforming and expanding healthcare organization Competitive compensation and benefits package Cultural driven organization with focus on team work and collaboration
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Toronto, ON M1B 2T9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Knowledge of ASPE and IFRS, financial statement preparation and accounting systems. Experience managing a financial statement audit. Advanced Excel and ability to structure data, reconciliations, and schedules
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Accounting: 10 years (required) management responsibilities. (CPA, CA, CGA, or CMA): 6 years (required) ERP/Accounting software implementation: 3 years (preferred) Microsoft Business Central or similar mid-market ERP : 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

CPA designation (required)
Work Location: In person