Financial Controller (Montreal)

Reporting to senior management, the Financial Controller is responsible for all of the agency’s financial activities. They ensure the sound management of financial resources, compliance with accounting practices, and the production of reliable financial information to support strategic decision-making.

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In a fast-paced advertising agency environment, the person in this role also plays a key part in optimizing financial processes and managing payroll.

Financial and Accounting Management

Oversee the full accounting cycle (bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, month-end entries)
Prepare monthly and annual financial statements
Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses
Ensure compliance with accounting standards (ASPE or IFRS, as applicable)
Manage cash flow and liquidity

Payroll and Benefits Management

Oversee or process full payroll (weekly or biweekly)
Ensure compliance with Québec and Canadian regulations (CNESST, QPIP, QPP, source deductions, etc.)
Manage employee benefits (group insurance, group RRSP)
Prepare tax slips (T4, RL-1)
Maintain up-to-date employee payroll records

Internal Controls and Compliance

Implement and improve internal controls
Ensure tax and regulatory compliance
Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors

Strategic and Operational Support

Provide financial analyses to support management decisions
Contribute to optimizing the profitability of client projects
Work closely with production and account teams to monitor budgets
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs)

Profile Sought

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
CPA designation (a strong asset)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or financial control
Experience in an agency or service-based environment (an asset)
Proficiency with accounting and payroll software (e.g., Acomba, QuickBooks, Nethris, ADP)
Strong knowledge of Québec tax and labour laws

What We Offer

A 4-day work week with competitive compensation
A company that’s the right size (not too big, not too small)
Great teams & diverse clients
Projects across Québec, Canada, and the U.S.
Office located in one of Montréal’s best neighborhoods (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie)
8 areas of expertise for a fully integrated offering
A people-first management approach based on collaboration, empathy, and tailored development
An on-site restaurant (https://yakitorihibahihi.ca/) — with employee discounts!

Working with us means joining talented, passionate, and supportive teams. It also means thriving in a company culture that values and nurtures curiosity. Yes, you’ll have access to tools and resources to keep learning year-round, but you’ll also dive into offbeat, out-of-the-box projects—perfect for sparking inspiration. Speaking of which: we work a four-day week. Because great ideas don’t just happen at the office between 9 and 5. Oh, and we’re idealists. We’re counting on you to help us build a company that’s more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. If this resonates with you, let’s connect!

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