Financial Controller

destinationone Consulting is exclusively working with Nanak Foods on a retained search for a dynamic and visionary Financial Controller.

Reporting to the CEO, the Controller will provide leadership and coordination of company financial planning, debt financing, annual audit and budget management functions as well as ensuring company accounting procedures conform to required standards. This role will also be actively involved in aspects of human resources management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the finance department including A/R, A/P, cash flow management and timely monthly closing procedures.
  
• Manage the preparation of monthly financial reporting & quarterly financial statements, forecasts and analysis.
  
• Manage A/R & A/P Teams to improve processes to ensure timely monthly closing, accuracy of accounting entries in ERP system, & organized filing of required documents.
  
• Manage inter company transactions and prepare consolidated quarterly financial statements for the PMF group of 4+ entities.
  
• Direct and coordinate company financial planning and budget management functions.
  
• Manage short-term investments, loan positions and requirements, electronic banking, and foreign exchange transactions.
  
• Manage audit of the annual financial statements with external Auditors.
  
• Review, evaluate and administer corporate insurance program.
  
• Ensure compliance with provincial and federal tax and reporting requirements.
  
• Produce various management reports including inventory reports and analysis.
  
• Manage accounting and tax planning of related corporations.
  
• Assist in decision-making related but not limited to, product pricing, project management, bulk ingredient purchases.
  
• Manage cash flow and ensure prompt payment to vendors and maintain accounts receivable efficiently.
  
• Coordinate with other departments to setup processes ensuring efficient document flow and internal controls.
  
• Liaison with banks to manage current reporting and financing. Build and maintain relationships for future financing needs of the company.
  
• Liaison with various government departments to manage quotas, subsidies and reporting.
  
• Oversee and manage setup of ERP System ensuring all transactions are reflecting in the correct GL accounts.
  

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in senior-level finance or accounting position.
  
• Possess an accounting CPA designation.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting CPA concepts and principles (Canadian GAAP and ASPE).
  
• Experience with ERP systems.
  
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
  
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Strong time management skills with ability to identify and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
  
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
  
• Set up internal audit controls.
  
• Audit experience preferred.