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Controller

Altis Recruitment

Toronto, Ontario

Controller

Altis Recruitment

Toronto, Ontario
 
Salary: From 120000 to 130000 per Year
 

Controller
Location: Toronto, ON, Hybrid, 2 days on-site
Compensation: $120,000- $130,000 Annually +Bonus
Language: Strong verbal and written English communication required
Background Check Requirement: General background checks required

About the Opportunity

Our client, a private equity-backed organization within the software and technology space, is seeking a Controller to join their growing finance team. This role sits at the center of a dynamic, acquisition-driven environment, where you will play a key part in building scalable financial processes and ensuring strong financial integrity across a portfolio of businesses.

You will work closely with senior finance leadership and cross-functional teams, supporting multiple entities and contributing to post-acquisition integration and reporting. This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role where your work directly supports business growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.

What’s In It for You

This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure within a private equity environment while working alongside experienced finance leaders. You will be part of a collaborative team that values ownership, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

The organization offers a fast-paced yet structured environment, where your ideas are welcomed and your contributions have visible impact. It is an ideal setting for someone looking to expand their experience in consolidations, integrations, and complex financial environments.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities
• You’ll oversee multi-entity and multi-currency consolidations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• In this role, you’ll manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• You’ll support post-acquisition integrations and help standardize accounting processes
• You’ll partner with senior leadership to deliver insights and support decision-making
• You’ll maintain and strengthen internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time within a Big 4 environment
Active CPA designation required
• Strong experience with multi-entity consolidations and complex accounting structures
• Exposure to private equity, high-growth, or acquisition-driven environments is preferred
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and can bring structure to complexity. If you’re someone who takes ownership and wants to grow alongside a business, this is a great opportunity to do that.”

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.



We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

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Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

majella.de.freitas@altis.com

 

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About Altis Recruitment

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