Controller

Sterling Rivers is looking for a passionate and driven Controller to lead their finance function with both hands on operational and analytical oversight, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial activities. Reporting to the CEO, the Controller is responsible for managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, payroll, and risk with the ability to roll up the sleeves and get the work done.This role provides oversight, guidance and coaching to the finance team as they deliver on key priorities, including costing, gross margin analysis, revenues, and import operations. The Controller will ensure robust accounting practices and systems are maintained, support ERP implementation, and act as a trusted financial liaison for both internal and external stakeholders.Here’s what you need to know about this opportunity:Full-time, salaried position  Standard business hours Comprehensive benefits package 3-weeks of paid vacation days per year4 paid personal days per yearOn-Site/Hybrid roleLocation: 1245 Caledonia Road #200, North YorkAnd here’s what we need from the person who fills this role:Leadership & Management:Responsible for coaching, mentoring, holding regular check-ins, conducting performance appraisals and setting team goals for the Financial Reporting Specialist, Financial Operations Specialist, and two part-time contractors (AR and payroll support).Act as a strategic partner and advisor to the CEO, providing insight during regular check ins, supporting decisions and direction through updates, reports, forecasts, and analysis for the business and operations.  Prepare monthly financial reporting and presentations for leadership and board members.Financial Reporting & Compliance:Oversee the month-end close process led by the Financial Reporting Specialist by reviewing key journal entries, reconciliations, and reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and ASPE compliance.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and business reports, KPIs, dashboards, and executive summaries for leadership and investors. Explain variances to budget, forecast, and prior periods, identify business drivers, and recommend actions to the CEO.Oversee all government and CRA filings and remittances, including corporate taxes, sales taxes, payroll related remittances, annual filings.Lead the external review engagement process.Maintain internal financial policies, processes, and control frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure transparency.Document standard operations procedures (SOPs) for the department and maintain up-to-date records.Ensure segregation of duties (SOD) and comply with the Delegation of Authority (DOA) matrix.Treasury & Cash Flow Management:Lead communications with corporate banks regarding operational banking matters. Collaborate with the CEO on capital planning and optimizing the use of lines of credit.Oversee weekly rolling cash flow process prepared by the Financial Reporting Specialist, ensuring cash flows are understood, comply with credit facilities and sufficient cash flow in projections for business needs.Review and approve weekly payment proposals to ensure alignment with available funds and business priorities. Document weekly payment meetings, as a control to ensure there is a record and alignment.Ensure invoice approvals adhere to the corporate Delegation of Authority.Prepare liquidity and treasury KPIs to support business continuity and financial agility.Responsible for the monthly margining and other reports required by financial institutions.Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning:Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting processes in collaboration with the CEO and functional teams. Set timelines and collect inputs from across the organization.Prepare and update financial forecasts, deliver variance analysis, KPIs and dashboards and executive summaries to explain results and inform leadership decisions.Partner cross-functionally to support cost management and improve margin performance.Cost Accounting & Inventory Control:Lead cost accounting processes, including inventory valuation, landed cost analysis, adjustments and alignment in the financial reporting system of inventory by locations to external WH and internal inventory reports.Analyze and report on gross margins, SKU-level profitability, and operational cost drivers.Ensure accuracy of freight, duty, and brokerage charges and accruals required.Support operations and procurement with financial insights related to sourcing, pricing, and inventory decisions.Prepare inventory KPIs to understand aging, provisions and valuation adheres to ASPE.Payroll & Employee Cost Oversight:Review and validate payroll processes alongside the Payroll Coordinator to confirm accuracy and compliance with CRA remittance requirements.Maintain payroll controls, support vacation and bonus accruals, and oversee reconciliation processes.Ensure proper reconciliation of the WSIB account and compliance with all filing requirements.Financial Systems, ERP & Operational Finance:Maintain the integrity and controls of QuickBooks Enterprise (QBE) and associated reporting tools.Support the finance-side implementation and project management of a new ERP system.Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities across finance operations.Manage the financial team to provide oversight and support to AP/AR functions through the Financial Operations Specialist and Financial Reporting Specialist.Maintain insurance coverage and policy renewals.We are looking for someone with the following experience and attributes:Must-haves7+ years of hands-on progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in Leadership and team management, ideally in a manufacturing, distribution or inventory-based environment.CPA designation (or equivalent) designation with experience reporting to Canadian GAAP - ASPE.Experience in an entrepreneurial environment with the ability to lead, develop and motivate a small finance team.Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, index match, and lookups, financial modeling, and proficiency in financial systems, QuickBooks Enterprise, and Google Workspace.Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills are essential for effective communication across all organizational levels.Demonstrated strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.Highly organized with exceptional time management skills and meticulous attention to detail. Nice-to-havesExperience in building a strong platform for finance & accounting functions.Background in international trade or supply chain finance. Experience in e-commerce and B2B channels.Familiarity with trade spend, manufacturing chargebacks and payment deductions.Experience with ERP implementations.Career Development Opportunities:This role is critical to the financial foundation of the company and provides a clear path to the CFO role or other senior leadership positions within the company as it grows.A little bit about us: Sterling Rivers is a new player in the online retail industry with a growing team! We are a team of passionate members and are looking to add some new key players to support our development. Joining our team now will mean that you will grow with us!Sterling Rivers operates under the brand Sudio Design which develops, imports and retails bathroom vanities on some of the major eCommerce platforms such as Wayfair, Home Depot and Houzz. For more information please visit:Our website: https://sudiodesign.com/Our LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sterling-rivers-inc/about/   We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer:Sterling Rivers is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, including our work environment. For those with disabilities, accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please inform us within your application if you require any accommodation and every effort will be made to meet your needs. How to Apply:Please apply online by clicking the “Apply Now” button or visit https://secure.collage.co/jobs/sterlingrivers/56451. Upload your resume to complete your application.