Assistant Controller

JMP is currently looking for an Assistant Controller to join our finance team. JMP is the initial step in a strategy of acquiring smaller automation integrators with a goal of building a $1 billion in revenue integrated solutions provider. Our financial sponsor, Crestview Partners has announced a $200 million total investment.

This role will be responsible for assisting in the financial operations of the business. You will manage the Accounts Payable function of the finance department, oversee Collections, and assist with month end close.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience and exposure in private equity, and sharing best practices, while helping build a market leading global automation solutions provider.

What would a typical day look like?

• Assist with month end close, including but not limited to balance sheet reconciliations, preparation of supporting schedules, journal entries, accruals, P&L analysis, and financial statement preparation support
• Management of project-based percentage of completion ledger including maintaining the associated business processes
• Manage Accounts Payable function
• Credit terms management and setup
• Oversee collections and manage exposure risk
• Manage the company’s credit card program
• Work with Controller to maintain and execute financial controls
• Support the year-end process, including working papers preparation and annual audit
• Manage Federal, Provincial, and State remittances (HST, PST, Sales & Use Tax, etc.)
• Help drive department KPIs and ensure deadlines are met by supporting department areas as required
• Help drive continuous improvements in finance and accounting areas (streamline processes, enhance performance, reduce manual workflow, etc.)
• Support the implementation of system or business projects
• Other ad-hoc duties as required

What qualifies you for this opportunity?

• Post-secondary education in accounting or finance
• CPA Designation or in process of completing designation
• Minimum 4 years requisite experience in accounting or finance department, preferably in a similar role or with exposure to multiple department areas
• Experience with Percentage of Completion accounting required
• Thorough knowledge of Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of US GAAP considered an asset
• Highly proficient in Excel and the Microsoft Suite of products
• Proficiency in ERP systems, and experience with Deltek Vision considered an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing and changing priorities within a fast-paced work environment
• Self-starter with very high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to effectively problem solve and build relationships
• Willingness to work extended hours

What does success look like at JMP?

At JMP, our employees bring more to the table than simply their technical skills. Essential to success at JMP, employees are constantly flexing the following soft skill behaviors to compliment the technical aspects of their roles.

• Personal Effectiveness: strong communication, adaptability, self-awareness, negotiation, problem-solving
• Tenacity: purpose, determination, drive, perseverance
• Sense of urgency: responsiveness, energy, engagement, loyalty
• Smarts: comprehension, learning aptitude, skillfulness, brain power
• Accountable: takes ownership, responsible, go-to person, decisiveness

Who is JMP?

A mature, North American company founded in 1987 with 16 business units across the US and Canada, JMP serves the Fortune 1000 space providing engineering services and turnkey solutions in seven core areas: process automation, control system integration, information and MES, automation and robotics systems, automated guided vehicles, material handling, and networking and security applications.

One of the fastest growing Systems Integrators in the world, and the only company in the world who is a Rockwell Automation Solution Partner, CSIA and RIA Certified. We are certified as a “Great Place to Work” in both Canada and US. We have also been awarded one of the “Top 50 Best Workplaces Canada” nine (9) times, including Best Workplaces for Inclusion, for Women and Professional Services 2021.

What does JMP value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build JMP; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity: We do what we say we will do, every time, all the time.
• Relationships: We identify professional working relationships and create opportunities to develop those relationships
• Collaboration: We team together to achieve far more than we could on our own
• Leadership: We value people who lead by example, take pride in what they do and inspire others
• Respect: We promotes a caring environment of mutual respect for employees, customers, partners, and communities
• Excellence: We set high standards of performance for ourselves and our team

Why join the JMP team?

As a growing company in the industrial technology industry and rooted with strong corporate values, JMP Solutions can offer a unique value proposition to employees. Our employee promise is a rewarding employee experience delivered through a focus on three key areas:

• Development and Career Growth

• Impact and Recognition

• Flexibility and Collaboration

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

JMP Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.


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