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Assistant Controller Accounting

$105k per year

The Mason Group - Strategic Search Partners

Our client in the logistics space is looking for an Assistant Controller to join their team. This role puts you at the centre of Canadian finance operations, from month-end close to strategic cost management. Key responsibilities include; leading a talented team, shaping financial strategy, and driving process improvements that power business growth. Your leadership will streamline operations, deliver insights, and make a real impact—this is your opportunity to solve challenges and help shape the future of finance at the company.

  • Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
  • Lead full month-end close for Canadian entities: journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements and margin variance reports for Controller review.
  • Recommend solutions for margin improvement and cost control.
  • Team Management
  • Oversee, train, and review direct reports daily.
  • Act as escalation point before Controller involvement.
  • Hold regular meetings to support team growth & development.
  • Accounts Payable & Cash Oversight
  • Review and own weekly AP payment runs.
  • Maintain strong controls and catch any errors before payments.
  • Payroll & Benefits Oversight
  • Ensure accurate, on-time payroll and government remittances.
  • Maintain Dayforce system as needed.
  • Own and review payroll cost allocation in ERP.
  • Accounts Receivable Oversight
  • Resolve AR issues: payment discrepancies, delinquencies, customer inquiries, and revenue allocation.
  • Monitor upcoming customer rate changes and ensure they are communicated to team.
  • Reconciliations & Internal Controls
  • Reconcile income statement and balance sheet accounts weekly.
  • Support year end audits and monthly bank covenant reporting
  • Ad-Hoc Analysis & Support
  • Solve business problems proactively.
  • Improve processes and controls as business scales.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred
  • 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
  • Advanced Excel and ERP system skills
  • Strong financial acumen
  • People driven – team development and building relationships across functions
  • Process innovation
  • Clear communication
  • Ability to spot problems and opportunities

Additional Information:

The Mason Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

This role is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring.

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Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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