About this role
*Job Summary* The Assistant Controller (known to CRD as '_The Assistant Controller & Strategic Business Analyst_') is responsible for keeping accurate accounting records as well as completing the monthly financial statements, while supporting Finance & company initiatives for growth. This role includes having a thorough understanding of day-to-day business operations and supporting all financial aspects of Clinical Research Dental Supplies & Services Inc. Key attributes for this role include problem solving, strong communication and multitasking skills, a high attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities for this role include preparing & supporting various financial reporting requirements, assist in developing and reporting on key financial metrics, engaging with multiple departments to ensure overall company profitability, and supporting special projects to drive growth.
A working relationship with the Management team will be required. This position will be based at the company headquarters in London, ON, and reports to the Director of Finance.
*Accountabilities *
*1. Financial Preparation & Support*
* Assist with month-end closings, including but not limited to balance sheet reconciliations, preparation of supporting schedules, journal entries, accruals, P&L analysis, financial statement preparation and finalization, and various analyses completed as part of the financial close * Calculation and completion of quarterly tax provision entries for review by the Director of Finance * Act as backup for payment remittance preparation * Administration of Concur expense report system & updating of related supporting materials * Assist in organizing annual inventory counts, including entering counted quantities, validating the accuracy of inventory count data, and assisting to minimize count variances * Assist with inventory issues identified throughout the year, including understanding financial impact, followed by organizing & implementing corrective actions as required * Assist in various other financial preparation as required * Help drive department KPI?s and ensure deadlines are met by supporting department areas as needed
*2. Financial Reporting*
* Assist in various aspects of company reporting in conjunction with the Director of Finance, including high-level summaries of financial performance, variance analyses versus budget, monthly budget true-ups and projections, and commercial product performance in conjunction with the Financial Business Analyst * Work with the Director of Finance and Financial Business Analyst to develop annual departmental budgets and spend tracking, including specific budgets for large events & conferences * Update and analyze financial reporting calculations for various company accruals, including inventory reserves, bad debts, and commissions * Preparation of detailed calculations and support for annual transfer pricing return in line with CRA requirements * Work with the Director of Finance to develop CRD company budgets across all areas of company activities (sales, operating expenses, territory targets, product portfolio goals, etc.) * Work with the Director of Finance on analyzing and improving Company profitability * Engage in bi-annual inventory rationalization reviews with Operations to identify and determine strategies for slow-moving inventory, and follow-up with Sales & Marketing teams to drive accountability to action * Prepare and assist with any queries required from the external financial auditors as directed by the Director of Finance * Assist Director of Finance in preparation of financial metrics for presentation to various groups * Prepare various ad-hoc reporting items as required
*3. Departmental Projects*
* Drive new Finance processes and initiatives, including developing new processes where required, including but not limited to: * Engaging with company bank contacts to determine additional opportun