Job Description

Job Title: Controller

Position Summary:

The

Controller

is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of Pelee Island Winery, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, controls and accounting processes. This role involves managing a team, optimizing workflow, and supporting strategic financial planning and optimizing financial resources.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Management (40%)

Ownership and accountability for full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting. Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Including all Year End files, tax fillings, audit engagement/audits Oversee budget preparation, forecasting, cash flows, Capital expenditures and financial analysis to support business decisions. Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance. Responsibility for the implementation and continual enhancement of financial systems, including implementation, administration and management of ERP and reporting tools, for improved efficiency. Monitor and analyze financial performance to identify areas for profit or cost optimization. Make and implement actionable recommendations to improve profitability, including signoff on all new product launches and any pricing changes. Ensure adherence to financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.

Staff Management (30%)

Supervise and mentor a team of financial professionals (Supply Chain Finance Manager, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Specialists), providing guidance and performance feedback. Support employee development through training and goal-setting initiatives. Address personnel issues such as attendance, performance, and team dynamics. Responsible for the creation and evolution of the Finance Org Structure and overall culture amongst the Finance Team. Ownership of all Finance related hiring and training of any new accounting staff.

Financial Administration (25%)

Ownership and accountability of preparation and presentation of internal financial reports and in external audits and engagements/reviews. Oversee procurement and financial commitments, ensuring contractual compliance. Review and approve budgets, forecasts, and variance reports. Coordinate with auditors and external stakeholders on financial matters. Ownership of identification and creation of any special financial projects and continuous process improvements to ensure that the organization is efficient and cost effective.

Other Responsibilities (5%)

Stay up to date with industry trends, accounting regulations, and financial best practices. Assist in any special projects as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Masters preferred), Finance, or a closely related field (CPA designation mandatory). Direct audit field experience (preferably with one on the "Big 4" firms) 5+ years of experience in progressive accounting roles, preferably in financial management, couple with 2 years of people management experience. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, ERP systems). Strong knowledge of

GAAP

,

ASPE

, financial reporting, and internal controls. Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial data analysis. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Office setting with standard work hours. Expectation of some additional seasonality time commitments (budgets season, year end, audit review). Must be able to work within core business hours. May require occasional overtime during peak financial periods.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-09-15