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assistant controller

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Employer details Helmitin Inc

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*Job Title:* Assistant Controller *Status:* Permanent Full-Time *Department:* Finance *Reports to:* VP, Finance *Location:* Etobicoke, ON Helmitin has been a leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of industrial adhesives for over 100 years. The corporate head office is in Toronto, Ontario with manufacturing sites in Canada and the US. We are experiencing exciting growth and are expanding our knowledge base to support and continue with our strategic plan. Our mission is to create an inspiring, positive and safe workplace, and practices meant to reinforce Helmitin?s long-held belief in conducting business with both integrity and concern for the environment. The Assistant Controller is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the company across Canadian and U.S. entities. *This is a hands-on operational role* responsible for financial reporting, month-end close, consolidations, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, bank covenant reporting, payroll processing, audit coordination, tax compliance support, and ERP-related process improvements. The successful candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, experience working in a multi-entity environment, knowledge of U.S. GAAP, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, collaborative, and willing to roll up their sleeves to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. *KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:* *Financial Reporting & Month-End Close* * Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. * Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for Canadian and U.S. entities. * Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis and commentary. * Assist in the preparation of board reporting packages and supporting financial analysis. * Ensure accounting records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies. * Provide assistance with product costing as required *Consolidation & Intercompany Accounting* * Prepare monthly and annual consolidations for multiple Canadian and U.S. entities. * Record and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances. * Prepare intercompany eliminations and consolidation entries. * Ensure adequate accounting treatment of cross-border transactions and foreign exchange impacts. *Budgeting & Forecasting* * Coordinate the annual budgeting process across departments and business units. * Consolidate budgets and financial forecasts for all entities. * Assist department managers with budget preparation and financial planning. * Monitor actual results against budget and forecast and explain material variances. * Support ongoing financial analysis and reporting requirements. *Treasury, Cash Flow & Banking* * Prepare and maintain weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts. * Monitor cash balances and working capital requirements. * Prepare monthly and quarterly bank covenant calculations and compliance reporting. * Coordinate lender reporting requirements and supporting documentation. * Assist with banking administration and treasury-related activities. *Payroll Administration* * Prepare, process, and reconcile semi-monthly payroll for Canadian and U.S. employees. * Ensure compliance with all payroll-related legislation and reporting requirements. * Review year-end payroll reporting, including T4s, T4As, W-2s, and related filings. * Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve payroll discrepancies. *Audit, Tax & Compliance* * Coordinate annual financial statement audits and other accounting engagements * Act as the primary liaison with external auditors during audit engagements. * Review corporate income tax return packages and supporting schedules for Canadian and U.S. entities prior to filing. * Support sales tax, payroll tax, and other regulatory compliance requirements. * Assist in