Controller POST NUMBER: 459971

• Hybrid – 1 day work from home per week
• Competitive vacation and Personal day policy
• Employee Discounts on the consumables
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Benefits
• RRSP Match Program

• Financial Reporting & Compliance
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE
  • Lead external reporting for the Export Packers Group of Companies, including consolidation processes
  • Provide monthly balance sheet overview and variance analysis, driving increased visibility across the Finance organization
  • Coordinate and manage external audits for year-end, commodity taxes, banking, and government requirements
  • Prepare materials for and oversee annual audits, liaising with external auditors, and senior management
  • Review and analyze monthly and annual tax filings
  • Ensure integrity of financial data in compliance with GAAP/ASPE and internal policies, procedures, and controls
• Accounting Operations & Process Management
  • Provide day-to-day support to the Accounting and Reporting, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable teams
  • Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Administer the general ledger and ensure balance sheet reconciliations are performed to standards in compliance with internal policy
  • Administer, approve, and process travel expenses through SAP Concur
  • Manage intercompany transaction analysis and account reconciliations
  • Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures, including reviewing complex accounting areas and approving ERP changes impacting financial reporting
  • Lead continuous improvement and change management initiatives that elevate Finance's impact across the organization
  • Serve as a member of the ERP implementation core team
  • Proactively provide recommendations to management with a focus on standardizing processes and implementing efficiencies
• Treasury & Cash Management
  • Manage cash operations, including administration of corporate banking and interaction with bank personnel
  • Prepare and analyze actual monthly free cash flow and cash reporting for key stakeholders
  • Lead forecasting and long-range planning of cash flow, driving increases in net- working capital and maintaining robust forecasting models tied to P&L assumptions
  • Support and guide Treasury functions through cash forecasting and reporting
  • Oversee FX reporting of multiple currencies, forward contract analysis, and derivative analysis
  • Manage transfer pricing activities
• Strategic Partnership & Business Advisory
  • Support the CFO and VP Finance in strategic initiatives
  • Partner with cross-functional teams including FP&A and Sales to provide financial insight and decision support
  • Serve as a connector between Finance and other departments, fostering a culture of partnership and shared accountability
  • Act as business lead and key advisor on accounting implications of business decisions such as integration of acquired subsidiaries, divestitures, financial system implementations/enhancements, and new accounting standards
  • Influence and shape business outcomes by proactively identifying opportunities and risks, and advising senior leadership
• Team Management & Talent Development
  • Lead, coach, and develop Finance team members to achieve key deliverables
  • Support and guide team on career goals and ensure ongoing enhancement of capabilities, talent sustainability, and succession planning
  • Set clear goals and performance expectations, promoting a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and high performance
  • Foster an inspiring and positive team environment
  • Mentor and support peers across Finance, promoting consistency, personal development, innovation, and excellence in financial practices
• Risk Management & Internal Controls
  • Establish, implement, monitor, strengthen, and maintain an effective internal control environment over financial reporting and back office services
  • Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance
  • Identify areas of financial risk and implement mitigation strategies
  • Ensure key controls and proper documentation of key processes are in place

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting, including leadership roles within Controllership or General Accounting functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• CPA designation required.
• Strong technical expertise in US GAAP and ASPE reporting standards.
• Experience managing complex financial operations, including acquisitions, integrations, and divestitures.
• Prior experience with a Big Four accounting firm at the Manager level or higher, or equivalent public accounting experience.
• This position is based in a professional office setting, with work primarily performed at a desk using a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.