Controller

Controller 

Salary Range: 65,000- 80,000

Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented, strategically-minded Controller to oversee our financial operations. This individual will be the backbone of our accounting department, ensuring accuracy in high-volume transactions and providing the insights necessary to drive our growth.

Duties

• Manage and oversee the entire accounting cycle, including general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and other regulatory requirements relevant to wholesale building supplies operations.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations regularly to maintain accurate financial records and identify discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including income statements, cash flow statements, and budget variance analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statement generation.
• Implement and monitor internal controls related to financial management, including double-entry bookkeeping and account reconciliation procedures.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and banking transactions to optimize liquidity and cash management strategies.
• Coordinate external audits and regulatory reporting requirements with auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Utilize accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar platforms to streamline financial operations and improve reporting accuracy. Odoo experience preferred.
• Support budgeting processes by analyzing financial data to assist in forecasting future performance and resource allocation.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions involving governmental or non-profit accounting standards when applicable.

Requirements

• Proven experience in corporate accounting within the wholesale or building supplies industry is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, SOX compliance standards, and governmental or non-profit accounting practices if relevant.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial report writing, account reconciliation, balance sheet management, and account analysis.
• Proficiency with various accounting software such as QuickBooks, Odoo or similar tools is essential.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, double-entry bookkeeping, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Experience with cash management strategies and accounts payable/receivable processes is required.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data accurately.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Join us as we build a stronger future in wholesale building supplies by ensuring our financial foundation is solid! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your expertise can thrive while contributing meaningfully to our growth journey.