Odyssey Trust Company Job Board
Senior Controller, Finance
Description
Senior Controller, Finance
At Odyssey Trust Company, we do things differently. Our core mission is to provide peace of mind to our clients by making things simple, fast, and easy.
Odyssey is a tight-knit, solution-driven team. Our shared values, as defined by our own employees, guide us in reaching our individual and collective goals:
- We Show Up for Each Other: We are in this together! We collaborate and support each other to get results. Our employees are compensated with competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
- We Build: "Outside the box” is our playground. We’re not afraid to innovate and tackle tough problems – we’re here to disrupt the industry. Creativity and problem-solving is not reserved for the Executive team.
- We Get Stuff Done (GSD): We have a notable reputation for being exceptionally responsive. Coming up with a great idea is only part of the solution; We take great ideas and put them into action.
- We Do the Right Thing: We’re dependable, trustworthy, and proud of our professional standards.
Primary Responsibilities & Attitude
We’re looking for a Senior Controller, Finance, to join our growing company, Odyssey Trust! Our ideal candidate is someone who has strong technical skills, experience managing a team and strong leadership skills. The candidate will be known for their work ethic and “can do” attitude and considers themselves to be a team player. We're especially excited about someone who champions process transformation and knows how to leverage technology to modernize the way finance teams operate.
We pride ourselves on having a team that is knowledgeable, friendly and always willing to support each other. On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for supporting our VP Finance and Executive and working alongside the Finance Team. You will be responsible for the oversight of all accounting, auditing and finance compliance functions for the organization, leading the accounting team and driving technology and process transformation across the finance function.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead process transformation initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline and automate accounting workflows through the strategic use of technology
- Oversee all accounting and auditing for the organization, including financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing & revenue recognition, finance related compliance and technical accounting judgements
- Oversight of internal controls, the annual external audit, and regulatory filings (OSFI, Provincial, and State regulators)
- Review month-end/quarter-end/year-end financial statements and present findings at monthly financial review meetings with the VP Finance
- Oversee the annual budget process, business unit reporting, variance analysis and commentary, and KPI dashboards
- Prepare and oversee all Board and Management reporting materials and attend regular Management Meetings
- Own ERP & Finance systems, including evaluating and implementing technology solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across the finance function
- Managing client interest statement preparation and distribution
- Management of the accounting team including hiring and development, leading a team of 7
- Other ad-hoc tasks and special projects, as required
Skills and Experience
· CPA designation required
· 7+ years’ experience in senior accounting roles, managing a team
· Strong leadership and communication skills, with a great attitude and work ethic
· Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task within tight deadlines
· Solutions-based attitude, answering inquiries with “yes, I can do that for you” or “let me find a way to make this happen”
· Experience with NetSuite is an asset
· Experience with financial systems implementation or process automation and familiarity with business intelligence or financial reporting tools is an asset
· Strong proficiency with Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and other desktop applications
What We Offer:
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Flex Days, Bonus Day and Birthday Day off
Benefits: Extended Health, Dental, Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, $500 Health Care Spending/Lifestyle Spending Account, RRSP/TFSA Match.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.