Title

Controller

Reports To

General Manager

Summary

The Controller shall hold responsibility for managing the overall financial operations of Capital Honda, and will provide accurate information to the President, including analysis, budgeting, and preparing financial reports. The Controller will be responsible for directing and managing the company’s accounting functions, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures as well as the preparation of financial statements and reporting to top management and externally to Franchisor Honda Canada. The Controller also maintains the company’s accounting systems and implements changes as required in accordance with Franchisor Honda Canada’s established doctrine.

Core Competencies

Quality Orientation
Time Management
Creative and Innovative Thinking
Development and Continual Learning
Problem Solving
Accountability and Dependability
Research and Analysis
Decision making and Judgement
Operating Computer & Printer Equipment
Providing Consultation
Ethics and Integrity
Planning and Organizing
Mathematical Reasoning
Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations
Coaching and Mentoring
Communication
Energy & Stress
Team Work

Job Duties

Manage the accounting operations including the review of journal entries, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and statutory reporting.
Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal regulatory and company policies and procedures.
Prepare, analyze and present monthly, and annual operating results for each department.
Work with operations to define, measure, analyze, improve and control current processes which impact customer quality and influence internal operating efficiency.
Provide strategic analysis as required to drive improved decision making.
Work with external auditors, audit committee and Board of Directors.
Prepare and present financial information for monthly and annual reports. .
Responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial information
Implementation and management of internal controls with respect to financial policies, processes and procedures
Provides advice and guidance on all accounting matters including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting
Sets the priorities within accounting group
Coordinating the year-end audit and preparation of audited financial statements
Coordinates all other customer and government audits
Responsible for the preparation of monthly financial statements and external reporting to financial institutions, ensuring that all reporting requirements are met
All other financial reporting to various companies and agencies ( TPC, Insurance, Stats Can, etc.)
Supporting new systems or project selections and implementation from a strategic finance and internal control perspective
Ensures rapid and consistent collection of receivables by refining and implementing control mechanisms
Assigns and authorizes cheques, purchase orders and invoices
Promotes and maintains positive corporate relations with the financial community
With input from the Pres., responsible for the formulation of accounting policies, procedures and controls
Hiring, training, mentoring and supervising accounting staff
Other related duties and required or assigned.

Requirements

University degree in Business/Accounting, with advanced degree or professional accounting designation (such as CA, CGA, CMA, MBA) preferred.
Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management.
Thorough knowledge of all relevant Federal, Provincial and local requirements regarding financial records is essential.
Proficient communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are vital to the role.
Experience overseeing audits performed by external audit firms
Financial analysis, budgeting and some strategic planning experience
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and applications
Knowledge of budget preparation and analysis techniques
Advanced knowledge of MS Office and Excel
Management and or supervisory experience
Good project management skills and the ability to motivate teams to produce quality work within tight timeframes
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Good problem solving skills and the ability to make the necessary decisions to move forward the work at hand
Knowledge of ERP computer systems an asset
Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, problem solving and organizational skills are essential.
Ability to adapt to and learn new software
Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently
High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts
Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines
Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures
Attention to detail in all areas of work
Working Conditions
Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
In relatively rare instances based on experience with the Controller position recently and in the past, overtime may be required to ensure the F/S is submitted to Franchisor Honda Canada on time
Lifting or moving up to 10lbs may be required

Qualified applicants should submit resumes by email to: Willard.Horne@capitalhonda.com. Please quote competition  number C0819-CB.