CAI-0825
Located in Mississauga, ON
Pay: $90K to $1.20K Annual
Job Full Description
Location: Mississauga
Job Type: Full time (Direct Hire)
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Controller with a strong background in the aerospace industry to lead our clients financial operations. This strategic role will be responsible for overseeing accounting, budgeting, cost control, compliance, and financial reporting functions. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of industry-specific regulatory requirements, such as Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory, revenue recognition, A/R, A/P, and payroll
- Develop and maintain financial controls and procedures to ensure GAAP and FAR/CAS compliance
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and prepare financial statements
- Collaborate with program managers to support project cost tracking and forecasting
- Oversee DCAA audits and government contract compliance
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis for executive leadership
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
- Implement and improve ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Deltek, Oracle)
- Mentor and lead the accounting and finance team
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
- 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in the aerospace or defense sector
- Deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CAS
- Experience with government contract accounting and cost-plus/cost-type contracts
- Proficiency with ERP systems used in aerospace (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, etc.)
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
- Proven ability to manage teams and influence senior management
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA or CMA certification
- Experience working with DCAA or DCMA audits
- Knowledge of ITAR, AS9100, or other aerospace compliance standards
- Exposure to mergers & acquisitions or private equity environments
Mississauga, ON
3286
377 Burnhamthorpe Road East
Suite 112A
Mississauga, ON L5A 3Y1
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