Assistant Controller

Ready to make an impact?

This role puts you at the centre of Canadian finance operations, from month-end close to strategic cost management.

Key responsibilities include; leading a talented team, shaping financial strategy, and driving process improvements that power business growth. Your leadership will streamline operations, deliver insights, and make a real impact—this is your opportunity to solve challenges and help shape the future of finance at NSSL.

Detailed responsibilities and ownership

• Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
  • Lead full month-end close for Canadian entities: journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements and margin variance reports for Controller review.
  • Recommend solutions for margin improvement and cost control.
• Team Management
  • Oversee, train, and review direct reports daily.
  • Act as escalation point before Controller involvement.
  • Hold regular meetings to support team growth & development.
• Accounts Payable & Cash Oversight
  • Review and own weekly AP payment runs.
  • Maintain strong controls and catch any errors before payments.
• Payroll & Benefits Oversight
  • Ensure accurate, on-time payroll and government remittances.
  • Maintain Dayforce system as needed.
  • Own and review payroll cost allocation in ERP.
• Accounts Receivable Oversight
  • Resolve AR issues: payment discrepancies, delinquencies, customer inquiries, and revenue allocation.
  • Monitor upcoming customer rate changes and ensure they are communicated to team.
• Reconciliations & Internal Controls
  • Reconcile income statement and balance sheet accounts weekly.
  • Support year end audits and monthly bank covenant reporting
• Ad-Hoc Analysis & Support
  • Solve business problems proactively.
  • Improve processes and controls as business scales.

Core Skills for Success

• Strong financial acumen
• People driven – team development and building relationships across functions
• Process innovation
• Clear communication
• Ability to spot problems and opportunities

Experience & Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel and ERP system skills

Salary Range

• $75,000- $100,000

About Us:

Part-Time CFO Services is a leading financial consulting firm specializing in providing expert financial services to businesses across various industries. We partner with our clients to improve their financial health and drive success. We are currently seeking a talented Accountant to join our team and work full-time at our esteemed client, National Shunt.

Client Overview:

NSSL is a renowned transportation and logistics company providing reliable and efficient services to clients nationwide. As a market leader in the industry, National Shunt values innovation, professionalism, and commitment to excellence.

*Please note that all employees of Part-Time CFO Services must have access to reliable transportation and possess a full Ontario driver's license to commute to clients not accessible by public transportation.

Part-Time CFO Services is committed to accessibility and to protecting the human rights of all persons in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario’s Human Rights Code. We invite and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to the further diversification of our organization. As such, Part-Time CFO Services will provide reasonable accommodation for any applicant, as requested during the recruitment process. For any accommodation requests, please email resumes@parttimecfoservices.ca.

Part-Time CFO Services is dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to promote equity and diversity and will ensure the full participation and advancement of members of protected groups, which include but are not limited to women, Indigenous persons, members of visible minority groups, and persons with disabilities Part-Time CFO Services is committed to ensuring that its hiring process is fair and equitable for all persons.