Reich&Petch, an international multidisciplinary studio of architects, designers, facility planners and technologists, is looking to hire a forward thinking, detail oriented, motivated individual to fill the role of Financial Controller. Responsible for the ongoing financial management and office administration including supervision of 2 direct reports in the accounting and admin team. Reporting directly to the Principals.
Responsibilities:
- Accounting and Financial Management – Report to and work with the Principals on the over-all financial management of the firm, project accounting, budgeting and cost control (for US and Canadian companies).
- Software Management – ensure Deltek Vision, the project accounting and financial software, is up to date, its use is optimised and continues to meet the needs of the organisation.
- Client Invoicing and Aged Receivable Management –Set up projects in Deltek Vision (project accounting software), generate client invoices and report AR monthly to management. Issue client statements and oversee collections flagging any concerns to the Principals.
- Accounts Payable Management – Including project expenses and subconsultant pay when paid, managing the payment of over head expenses, the tracking of leases, insurance, and automatic payments.
- Government Reporting and Payments – Responsible for reporting and payment of EHT, HST, WSIB, and payroll remittances by payroll companies in Canada and US.
- Banking and Cash Flow – Manage deposits, investments with CIBC and RBC, bank reconciliations and cash flow forecasting, income and expense projections and management.
- Insurance Renewal – Responsible for the renewal and management of Professional Liability and General Office and Building Insurance.
- Communications – Liaise with clients, suppliers, consultants, bank, lawyers as needed. Liaising with company accountants and lawyers on financial matters, tax returns etc.
- HR and Payroll – payroll administration (Ceridian) including biweekly payroll, group benefits administration, overtime, vacation and personal days tracking, onboarding of new staff, employment letters and confidentiality agreements.
- Office Management and Administration – coordinate purchase of supplies and equipment, issue memos to staff as needed, participate in weekly Senior Management and finance meetings, coordinate and participate in the Social Committee.
- Ad hoc requests – support the management team with ad hoc reporting requests.
Education/ Experience:
- A post-secondary degree– completion of courses in accounting and financial management if no degree is held – required.
- 7-10+ years of bookkeeping experience – required.
- Understanding of the service industry – required.
- Project accounting software (eg: Ajera/Vision/Infocus) – preferred.
- Skill in the use of Microsoft Office suite – required.
- Supervisory skills - preferred.
- Skill in project financial planning and productivity.
Key Competencies
- Self-motivated, responsible, with good interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, presenting information with clarity.
- Organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
- Enjoys process design and implementation.
- Knows when to work independently or in a creative team environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M4S 1Y5