Our client, a manufacturing leader is looking for a Financial Controller to join our team their team in Mississauga. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial reporting, payroll management, tax compliance, and finance-related processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the financial stability and growth of a distinguished company, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with best practices. Key Responsibilities: 1. Payroll Management: Supervise the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely salary payments. Process payroll bi-weekly and generate Records of Employment (ROEs) as required. Maintain payroll records, manage source deductions, payroll taxes, and ensure compliance with employment standards and tax laws. Work closely with HR to address payroll issues and optimize payroll workflows. 2. Finance Process Management: Develop, implement, and oversee internal financial controls to protect company assets and enhance operational efficiency. Identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance department processes. Support the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with the CFO and senior management to set financial goals. 3. Financial Management: Perform regular bank account reconciliations. Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and report findings to senior management. Manage bi-weekly payment runs for outstanding vendor invoices. Oversee the integration of accounts receivable systems (Shopify, Cin7) with QuickBooks Online. Regularly process accounts receivable deposits and conduct reconciliations. Execute month-end closing procedures consistently. 4. Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports. Ensure financial statements are accurate, timely, and comply with accounting standards and regulations. Provide management with detailed financial insights and strategic recommendations based on analysis. 5. Tax Filings and Compliance: Manage tax filings, including GST, US taxes, duties, and other government tax submissions. Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal tax regulations. Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to maintain proper documentation and adherence to tax laws. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA designation (or candidates actively pursuing CPA) is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally within the luxury retail or jewelry sector. Strong technical knowledge of systems such as CIN7, LOOP, and Shopify. Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.