Financial Controller

Who We Are

As one of Manitoba’s fastest growing companies, Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG), Inc. through our various divisions, is increasing safety in the school bus industry and reducing emissions in the electric vehicle charge systems arena. We work on exciting, patented, innovative technology that impacts our environment. What has remained constant throughout this compelling history of growth is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which we built SMG:

• People – our team is what makes us special
• Passion – from our hearts and minds, demonstrated through our actions
• Priority – we put the customer first, everyday, in everything we do
• Partnership – with each other, our customers, and our suppliers
  
  

We offer a competitive benefits package in an environment that is supportive, respectful, and fun! Join an innovative, growing, and diverse organization where your voice matters.

THE POSITION

A leader in the Finance department, the Financial Controller, is strategic, detail oriented, and highly organized. This individual thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage competing priorities. The successful candidate is responsible for providing the strategic vision for accounting operations, implementing scalable processes and policies, and overseeing financial reporting. A key contributor to leveraging the capabilities of a new leading ERP/Accounting system, the Financial Controller is responsible for the delivery of day-to-day financial activities, with a focus on quality and building for the future. Aside from technical capabilities, you possess great interpersonal skills.

How You Will Be Making An Impact

• Lead month end accounting processes for the organization.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury.
• Coach and mentor accounting team, promoting ownership and a teaming culture.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes, policies, and systems to improve accuracy of reporting and increase efficiency.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
• Overseeing monthly reconciliation GL accounts, banks, and credit cards.
• Ensure the company is commodity tax compliant in both Canada and USA.
• Design and implement internal controls.
• Perform budget to actual analysis and investigate significant variances on a monthly basis.
• Support the implementation and optimization of features in ERP solution and other software for the finance department.
• Partner on cross-department corporate initiatives.
• Communicate with external auditor and prepare annual audit working papers.
  
  

What Skills And Experience You Require

• Minimum 5+ years’ progressive accounting experience and experience in a senior accounting role.
• In-depth understanding of full cycle accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems, processes, standards, etc.
  
  

The Benefits Of Being Part Of Our Team

Share with us your passion and drive towards your career objectives, and we will provide an environment where your valuable contributions are rewarded and celebrated with professional growth and job satisfaction. We offer an attractive benefits package for our team members including:

• Starting salary of $100,000 to $120,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity for advancement as the company grows
• Group insurance plan with health spending account
• Paid Vacation
• Company paid shutdown from Christmas to New Years
• Matching RRSP program
  
  

We would like to thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.