Assistant Controller

Downtown Montreal

Retail | Comptabilité Générale | #4307

Permanent | French

About the employer

This growing Montreal-based company operates in the design, sports and outdoor sector, with an international reach. It has embarked on a strategic phase of transformation, focusing on innovation, systems modernization and continuous improvement of its internal processes. By emphasizing autonomy, entrepreneurial spirit and collaboration, she has built a dynamic culture where ideas are valued and every contribution has a concrete impact.

Benefits

Weeks of vacation depending on experience – Office closed during the holiday season – Personal days dedicated to sports – Full group insurance from day 1 – Group RRSP with 3% employer contribution – Employee assistance program – Employee discounts in the outdoor industry – Bright offices accessible by public transport – Medium-term career path – Direct exposure to the future CFO and participation in the transformation of the finance function – Complete autonomy without micro-management – Entrepreneurial and sports-oriented culture, A team of brand ambassadors on a daily basis – A fast-changing environment where everything has yet to be built and structured – On-site 4 to 5 days a week for the first 6 months, with hybrid flexibility thereafter.

Your responsibilities in a few words!

Manage the complete accounting cycle including month-end entries – Produce and participate in the preparation of financial statements – Process a high volume of accounts payable in a multi-currency context – Optimize and structure existing accounting processes – Actively participate in the modernization of systems and the implementation of tools – Ensure the quality and reliability of financial data – Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve processes and support decision-making – Contribute to the reduction of monthly closing times

Your assets for this position!

Minimum of 5 years’ accounting experience in an intrapreneurial environment
Mastery of the complete accounting cycle
Experience with high volumes of accounts payable
Experience in system implementation
Experience in optimizing accounting processes
Experience in an SME environment or in transformation
CPA designation or in process (an asset)
Exposure to a multi-currency or international environment
Fluency in French and functional English

Summary

An ideal opportunity for a self-starter and resourceful individual, capable of evolving in a changing environment and managing complex operations and improvement projects simultaneously. You will play a crucial role in a committed team where your contribution will have a direct impact on financial and operational performance. You will thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, working closely with a senior finance manager. By joining this team, you will contribute to the modernization of a key function and the optimization of financial processes, while benefiting from a dynamic atmosphere and numerous development opportunities. Join us and leave your mark on an organization in the throes of transformation!

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