Financial Controller

Title Controller

Department(s) Finance & Administration

Reports to COO

Job Summary

The Controller leads finance and accounting across Screenco’s multiple sites and divisions, reporting to the COO and managing 3–4 direct reports. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting, general ledger and sub-ledger reconciliations, month- and year-end close, intercompany cash management, and financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting Operations & Financial Close

· Lead full month- and year-end close across sites and divisions, including journal entries, accruals, prepaids, intercompany transactions, financial statements and year-end working papers.

· Prepare and review general ledger postings, sub-ledger and balance sheet reconciliations; investigate discrepancies and ensure records are accurate and supported.

· Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash receipts, payroll accounting, credit and collections.

2. Cash Flow, Treasury & Working Capital

· Forecast cash flow and monitor liquidity and working capital across sites and divisions, including receivables, payables, inventory and cash conversion.

· Coordinate intercompany cash transfers, weekly payment priorities, collections and borrowing needs to ensure operating cash is available.

· Coordinate banking and Canadian/U.S. foreign exchange matters with the COO.

3. Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Analysis

· Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports, sales and gross margin reports, and budget-to-actual and prior-period analysis.

· Support annual budgets and periodic forecasts for income statements, balance sheets, cash flow and capital expenditures.

· Analyze financial and operational data to explain variances, identify cost drivers, trends, margin opportunities and inefficiencies, and recommend actions to the COO and operating leaders.

4. Manufacturing Finance & Project Evaluation

· Maintain manufacturing cost accounting and inventory controls; analyze material, labour and overhead costs, production variances, inventory valuation and cost of sales.

· Evaluate projects, business initiatives and capital expenditures using financial modelling, cost-benefit and payback analysis; review costs and results against assumptions.

· Maintain the fixed asset register, capital expenditure tracking and depreciation schedules; work with operations to improve cost visibility and profitability.

5. Controls, Systems, Compliance, Insurance & Benefits

· Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, financial procedures, record retention and reliable ERP and reporting data; improve processes, data quality and efficiency.

· Coordinate applicable sales tax filings, payroll remittances and corporate tax support; serve as primary finance contact for external accountants, auditors, lenders and government agencies.

· Manage commercial insurance, including coverage reviews, renewals, broker negotiations on coverage and premiums, and policy or claims issues.

· Coordinate employee benefits reviews with brokers/advisors; assess coverage, options, costs and renewal terms, and recommend changes to leadership.

6. Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement

· Lead, coach and develop 3–4 direct reports; set responsibilities, deadlines and performance expectations, and ensure work quality and timeliness.

· Remain hands-on in key accounting activities while building cross-training, backup coverage and consistent processes across sites.

· Partner with the COO and functional leaders to resolve issues and improve financial and operational performance.

Qualifications & Experience

· CPA designation required; 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior finance or controllership role.

· Multi-site, multi-division or multi-entity accounting experience required; manufacturing, cost accounting and inventory experience strongly preferred.

· Proven ability to lead a small team while retaining hands-on ownership of accounting deliverables.

Technical Skills

· Advanced Microsoft Excel is essential, including large datasets, complex formulas, PivotTables, financial models, reconciliations and management reporting. Power Query is an asset.

· Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience preferred, particularly in general ledger, financial reporting, inventory and multi-site accounting.

· Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting, financial statements, close processes, cash-flow forecasting, working capital and financial/operational analysis.

Core Competencies

· Accurate, analytical and detail-oriented, with strong ownership of deadlines and results.

· Practical problem-solver able to move between transaction-level accounting and business analysis.

· Effective team leader and communicator who explains financial results and risks clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

· Continuous-improvement mindset focused on reliable data, sound controls and efficient processes.

General Disclaimer

This description outlines the general nature of the role and is not exhaustive. Other related duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 10 years (required)
• Corporate finance: 5 years (required)

Language:

• French (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: In person