Salary Mid-Point: $135,000
Location: Toronto ON
Job Type: Permanent
Our client, a manufacturer, is looking to bring on a Controller. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will play a key role in supporting the onboarding of two major direct-to-consumer (D2C) clients. This includes taking over full-cycle accounting functions, building out finance processes, and leading special projects related to end-to-end product solutions--covering everything from design and procurement to fulfillment and production. The ideal candidate has experience in D2C environments and thrives in fast-moving, hands-on roles.

***This role is hybrid and 2 days a week in office 

The key responsibilities include the following; 
  • Lead accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger
  • Build and optimize financial processes and internal controls to support onboarding of new clients
  • Oversee month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash management activities
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficient financial operations for newly onboarded clients
  • Manage special projects tied to client transitions and operational scaling
  • Act as a financial point of contact during system/process handovers
To be considered for this role, our client is looking for someone with the following skills/qualifications;
  • CPA designation or relevant experience
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with leadership responsibilities
  • Experience in D2C environments and/or product-based businesses
  • Proven ability to build processes from the ground up in a dynamic environment
  • Strong systems knowledge and hands-on approach to problem solving
If you are qualified and interested in this role and want to learn more, please send your updated resume in MS Word format to Benjamin Mai at Bejamin@ifgpr.com today. 

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