About the Company

WDLT117 was a store built from the ground up in Toronto with a concept that arose from the vision of its founders, who often travelled around the world and noticed a lack of representation of emerging brands and more fashion forward pieces. The name of the store comes from the word “Wanderlust,” hoping to inspire and awake a sense of discovery for anyone who enters WDLT117. Built into a recently gutted and remodeled Victorian era brick townhouse, WDLT117 is all about the experience. 

WDLT117 is looking for a Financial Controller to join the company as a key business partner to the Finance and Accounting team. This will be a pivotal role in the company’s long-term success and will help develop the foundation for continued growth and scalability. Being an experienced and strategic leader, the Controller will have complete oversight of the finance and accounting functions, managing a strong team to deliver results.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for managing and overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, including financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis. The successful candidate will have a strong background in accounting, financial analysis, and management, as well as experience working in the food and beverage industry.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
• Monitor and analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, providing insights and recommendations to management to improve financial results
• Manage the preparation and maintenance of the annual budget, including working with department heads to develop accurate revenue and expense projections
• Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and revenue growth
• Supervise the accounting team, including coaching and mentoring staff, providing guidance and support on complex accounting issues, and ensuring timely and accurate completion of all accounting activities
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of financial systems, processes, and controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA designation preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in the retail industry
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and other financial software systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong leadership and team management skills

Nice to Haves

• Exposure to QuickBooks Online or Desktop, SmartSheets, Dext, and Plooto is considered an asset.
• A CPA designation is considered a huge asset, although equivalent experience and/or CPA candidates are more than welcome.

Salary: From $97,440.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay