Encore • Mississauga, ON L4T 0A1
Job #2688378367
Position Overview
Reporting to the VP Finance, the Controller is responsible for all aspects of Encore Canada's accounting operations and internal reporting functions, including direct oversight of general accounting, fixed asset processing and inventory control, and venue contract accounting. This position will also lead continuous improvement of monthly financial statement closing processes and internal controls.
Key Job Responsibilities
Organizational Leadership
Build and maintain an experienced, goal-oriented and efficient accounting team.
Establish and ensure adherence to appropriate internal controls, accounting policies and business practices.
Take a lead role in representing the accounting function with the IT team including the evaluation and testing of new financial systems, implementation and compliance with internal controls, and enhancements to existing systems and processes.
Operational Management
Establish and maintain a team structure that results in effective performance of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting and reporting duties in compliance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Review journal entries, account reconciliations, company financial records and other documents to ensure compliance to US GAAP and Company policies.
Work closely with the VP of Finance, and US Domestic Controller to identify and ensure compliance with new accouting guidance (US GAAP).
Manage the accuracy and productivity of the day to day operations of the accounting team to maintain the general ledgers and perform the monthly close and reporting process.
Oversee management of the Accounts Receivable, Billing and Credit and Collections teams.
Support internal and external audit process and quarterly financial statement review processes.
Develop and maintain effective internal controls in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and company policies and interface with internal audit on controls related work.
People Management
Hire, develop, lead and motivate a qualified team of staff professionals necessary to support the growth of the business and meet the needs of internal and external customers.
Promote and drive professional development and training efforts to help improve overall business acumen, technical knowledge of GAAP, and service skills of the team.
Manage ongoing human resource related issues including selection, performance management, salary administration, training and development and strategic human resources planning.
Process and Project Management
Continually evaluate the processes for general accounting, monthly close and consolidation, and venue contract administration
Identify and implement process and system enhancements to improve team efficiency and scalability. Ensure a timely and accurate monthly financial close.
Projects may include implementation and documentation of new accounting processes and controls, upgrades of financial systems, financial training of field staff, and merger and acquisition integrations from both the finance and accounting perspective as well as an overall business perspective.
Job Qualifications
CPA required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required, MBA preferred
10+ years of accounting experience with at least 5 years of managerial accounting experience
Experience as the controller, assistant controller, or other senior level accounting executive
Experience managing financial systems implementations and upgrades
Experience with redesigning and improving processes, procedures, and controls
Strong US GAAP knowledge required;
Oracle or other large ERP system accounting expertise
Ability to act independently while communicating key issues to the senior financial management team and other vested parties
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced and evolving environment
Management experience of a large group and hands on experience with G/L, A/P, A/R, billing, credit and collections and fixed assets
Strong hands-on and reconciliation skills. Highly organized and detail oriented
Industry experience a plus; hospitality or service-based organizations
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
Competencies
Drive Quality Results
Organizational Savvy
Communicates Effectively
Growth Mindset
Financial Acumen
Develops Talent
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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