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Controller

Summary

Join us at SWG, where we combine tradition with innovation to lead the way in the insurance industry. Be a part of a team that values excellence, supports professional development, and is committed to making a difference.

Requirements

• CPA or CA designation
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related studies
• 3-5 years’ experience in a Financial Controllership role with experience managing finance professionals
• Experience in conducting financial audits
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics
• Strong leadership and communication skills with proven supervisory skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Great Plains)
• Experience in Insurance Industry considered an asset
• Detail and process orientated with strong analytical skills
• Bilingual (French & English) is an asset

Responsibilities

• Lead team of financial analysts, and continue to develop a cohesive group
• Monitor internal controls; ensure that accounting/financial activities are in accordance with established legal, regulatory, and SWG’s internal policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all provincial and federal corporate tax requirements
• Own cash management and internal control over cash and cash-related policies within a company
• Oversee month-end and year-end close and review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy of general ledger
• Ensure trust receivables and trust payables over 90 days are kept to a minimum and any issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Lead the preparation of monthly financial statements
• Compare financial results to budget as well as provide analysis and explanations for variances
• Design and maintain financial forecasts, cash flow forecasts and variance analysis
• Maintain financial reporting system and accounting system (Microsoft Dynamics) including GL chart of accounts and accounting mapping for financial reporting
• Lead the effort in developing and reporting financial KPIs
• Maintain and develop new financial reports for Senior Leadership
• Lead the budget and forecasting preparation and analysis
• Coordinate with external auditors during yearly audits and assists with market audits as required
• Prepare and develop ad hoc reports to improve accounting systems, processes and reporting
• Provide advice and guidance on all accounting matters including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting
• Design and implement business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Focus on process improvement
• Other duties as required

Benefits

• Flexible work hours with work-from-home opportunity (100% remote)
• A competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (SWG pays for most premiums)