Cpa corporate controller

North America A Leader in the large fleet category
North America is a diversified transportation leader, operating in the trucking and intermodal logistics sectors. With a national presence and a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, we ensure the efficient transport of goods and people across North America. Founded in 1978, the company has added new services such as logistics and warehousing over the years.
We create positive customer experiences through customized strategies.
Over our decades of service, we have achieved success thanks in large part to the hard work of our team and the assembly of the C.Group, made up of unique companies across North America, each bringing their strengths and expertise to our customers.

Customer focus
We are seeking a highly qualified, strategic, and rigorous Corporate Controller . Reporting to the Finance director, he will play a key role in supervising and developing the accounting team, implementing best practices, and designing and implementing effective tools and processes to support the vision and growth objectives in a complex, multi-company environment.

Manage and review the preparation of consolidated financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and management information reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Lead the monthly closing processes for the various business units and participate in their presentation to senior management.
Support the management team by developing key performance indicators and making recommendations to improve operational and business performance.
Supervise and set objectives for direct reports to improve their technical and soft skills and promote their growth and ownership of their assigned roles.
Coach divisional controllers to act as business partners and support the general managers of their respective units.
Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and compliance to ensure financial accuracy and adequate governance, maintaining a strong financial control environment.
Standardize accounting practices, identify control weaknesses, and implement new controls and processes.
Lead and coordinate the interim and year-end audits and related notes, ensuring that internal and external reporting deadlines are met.
Review all month-end balance sheets to ensure the accuracy of financial data, including intercompany account reconciliations.
Approve accounting entries, bank reconciliations, commission reports, volume rebates, sales tax reports, and other government reports.
Participate in merger and acquisition projects and software implementation/conversion (ex. Supervision
Hold a recognized professional designation (CPA)

Over 10 years of accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
Audit experience (within an accounting firm, a significant asset)
Experience and knowledge of internal controls and asset management
Experience in the transportation sector (a significant asset)
Advanced proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheets (Excel)
Bilingualism (English/French) in both spoken and written communication
S. accounting and state taxes (an asset)
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent analytical, planning, and prioritization skills
Excellent financial rigour and sense of data integrity
Ability to optimize processes and lead continuous improvement initiatives
Strong strategic analysis skills to support executive decision-making
Group insurance and pension plan with company contributions.
Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym
Employee assistance program

We support the principle of employment equity.
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