Financial Controller - Randstad Canada
  • Markham, Ontario, Canada
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Job Description

Are you a dynamic, hands-on, CPA-designated Financial Controller who is exploring new opportunities and keen on the pharmaceutical/healthcare industries? Are you a proven leader who has exceptional technical accounting knowledge and is also a forward-thinking financial visionary?If the above describes you well, this may be an excellent Financial Controller opportunity role for you to consider with a leading, public and global organization!ADVANTAGES- Excellent base salary- Annual bonus- 4-weeks vacation- Health and Dental program- Pension match program- Closure between Christmas and New Years- Hybrid working model, 3 days in officeReporting to the Director of Finance, your duties and responsibilities will include;- Lead and advise the Financial Control team in various functional areas, including General Ledger accounting, tax on-site, and collaboration with the Financial Shared Service Center.- Coordinate and manage all accounting operations, ensuring data quality on financial transactions through reconciliations, detailed reviews, and approval of complex entries in the ERP system.- Take ownership of the ERP system, maintaining the hierarchy of the chart of accounts and cost centers to facilitate effective reporting.- Ensure tax compliance and present quarterly balance sheet reviews to the Global Finance team.- Liaise with other entities to minimize inter-company balances.- Guide and oversee internal and external audit processes, communicating results to the broader finance team and making necessary adjustments to financial statements.- Provide leadership on accounting policies, stay updated on external accounting changes, and oversee fulfillment of transfer price reports and statistical reporting requirements.- Improve current processes, aligning them with global standards and policies.- Contribute to improving Working Capital and Liquidity planning.- Ensure the quality and compliance of the internal control system, leading ongoing digitalization in accounting processes.- Build and maintain relationships with vendors, especially financial institutions and external tax advisors.- Collaborate with the FP&A team on Balance Sheet Planning and support the preparation of material for Board reports and meetings.- Work closely with external audit firms, overseeing the audit process and providing necessary guidance.QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's Degree in Business or Finance- 3+ years' experience in a Financial Control role- 3+ years’ experience in a leadership role- SAP experience is a plus- Strong Controllership experience- CPA designation- Strategic thinker with excellent communication skills- Ability to foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team environmentIf this sounds like a great match for your interests, skills, and experience, please apply today or share this fantastic opportunity with a friend!

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