Senior Controller
Federal Signal Corporation
About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Controller to oversee all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies while delivering accurate and timely financial statements. This role is responsible for key functions including SOX compliance, monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, profitability and operational analysis, and audit preparation. Barrie, Ontario About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Controller to oversee all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies while delivering accurate and timely financial statements. This role is responsible for key functions including SOX compliance, monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, profitability and operational analysis, and audit preparation. What You'll Do
Accounting and Reporting
Ensuring accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; enforcing GAAP compliance; reviewing close packages; and maintaining reporting calendars. Managing the full close cycle, reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses; driving continuous improvement to shorten close timelines. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls Assist in JJE's annual budgeting process Respond to inquiries from Senior Leadership and other departmental Senior Managers regarding financial results Lead and oversee all internal/external audit requests and tax requests Ad hoc requests as required Management
Managing accounting staff, setting performance expectations, coaching, mentoring, hiring, and building a high-performing finance team and support to enhance their professional growth. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members Leading ERP enhancements, automation initiatives, and process redesign to improve accuracy and efficiency. Champion JJE values and lead a cohesive, engaged accounting team with transparency, holding regular team meetings, and maintaining open communication channels. Ensure clear, timely communication with senior leadership on emerging issues, including proactive escalation when risks, blockers, or decisions require executive attention Complete additional tasks and projects assigned Total Rewards
Base salary range: $150,000.00 to $180,000.00 annually Annual Bonus Opportunity Annual Performance Review with Increase Opportunity Group Benefits that are 100% paid for by the Company – inclusive of Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Travel coverage Vacation & Paid Personal days Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan Position Details
Location - Barrie, Ontario Status - Permanent, salaried Type – This position is classified as a management role and is exempt from overtime provision under the ESA Schedule - Monday-Friday - occasional extended hours may be required based on operational needs. Vacancy Type - New vacancy Reports – 4-8 direct/15 indirect reports Travel - 2-5%,
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We are seeking a Senior Controller to oversee all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies while delivering accurate and timely financial statements. This role is responsible for key functions including SOX compliance, monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, profitability and operational analysis, and audit preparation. Barrie, Ontario About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Controller to oversee all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies while delivering accurate and timely financial statements. This role is responsible for key functions including SOX compliance, monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, profitability and operational analysis, and audit preparation. What You'll Do
Accounting and Reporting
Ensuring accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; enforcing GAAP compliance; reviewing close packages; and maintaining reporting calendars. Managing the full close cycle, reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses; driving continuous improvement to shorten close timelines. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls Assist in JJE's annual budgeting process Respond to inquiries from Senior Leadership and other departmental Senior Managers regarding financial results Lead and oversee all internal/external audit requests and tax requests Ad hoc requests as required Management
Managing accounting staff, setting performance expectations, coaching, mentoring, hiring, and building a high-performing finance team and support to enhance their professional growth. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members Leading ERP enhancements, automation initiatives, and process redesign to improve accuracy and efficiency. Champion JJE values and lead a cohesive, engaged accounting team with transparency, holding regular team meetings, and maintaining open communication channels. Ensure clear, timely communication with senior leadership on emerging issues, including proactive escalation when risks, blockers, or decisions require executive attention Complete additional tasks and projects assigned Total Rewards
Base salary range: $150,000.00 to $180,000.00 annually Annual Bonus Opportunity Annual Performance Review with Increase Opportunity Group Benefits that are 100% paid for by the Company – inclusive of Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Travel coverage Vacation & Paid Personal days Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan Position Details
Location - Barrie, Ontario Status - Permanent, salaried Type – This position is classified as a management role and is exempt from overtime provision under the ESA Schedule - Monday-Friday - occasional extended hours may be required based on operational needs. Vacancy Type - New vacancy Reports – 4-8 direct/15 indirect reports Travel - 2-5%,
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Reference: WJ-3875_13062613