Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer the Controller will be responsible for all daily monthly and annual accounting activities for Simpson Farms and related group of companies. As a point of contact for inquiries related to accounting you will oversee and administer the various accounting functions for the company in compliance with federal and/or provincial regulations along with adhering to company policies and procedures.
Education
Completed postsecondary education in Accounting Commerce or Finance required
Experience
0 to 3 years experience in a similar role
Licenses and Certifications
Pursuing a CPA or a CPA designation an asset
Knowledge & Skills
Working knowledge of accounting principles
Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook)
Quickbooks Online experience is an asset
Key Attributes
Ability to build and foster positive business relationshipsA keen attention to detailExcellent communication skills both written and verbalAbility to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalismExceptional time management skillsGeneral Duties & Responsibilities
ACCOUNTING:
Daily recording of receivables and payables
Depositing all cheques and paying all payables
Bank reconciliations
Maintain capital asset ledger
Compiling information for month end financial statements.
Cashflow forecasting
Paying and tracking rent payments to all landlords.
Daily banking duties and communication
Doing all yearend adjustments for a group of farm companies
Preparation of the yearend file and the allocation of accounts to the various joint venture participating companies.
Preparation of the yearend financial statements for all companies so they are ready for the corporate tax return to be completed.
Completion of the AgStability forms annually.
Provide corporate banking partners with information as required.
Seed deposits and collections
Credit Card Processing
Assist with Inventory Tracking
GST Filings for all Farm Companies
Preparing financial information and participation in board meetings
Assist with annual insurance renewals