Controller (Mandarin)

Job Description

• Lead full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, consolidations, intercompany transactions, FX (translation/CTA), and month-end close
• Prepare timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and deliver private company reporting packages
• Perform variance analysis with commentary, revenue and margin analysis, and trend analysis to support leadership decision-making
• Design, implement, and document internal controls; strengthen financial governance and ensure compliance with best practices
• Lead external audit preparation, coordinate auditor requests, and oversee inventory counts and audits
• Own budgeting and planning processes, including sales/margin forecasting, cash flow forecasting, working capital management, and preparation of the statement of cash flows
• Manage treasury functions, including bank relationships, liquidity, covenant compliance, and hedging strategies (interest rate and currency risk)
• Oversee Canadian corporate tax compliance and support US tax requirements in coordination with external advisors
• Optimize ERP/GL and reporting systems (including QuickBooks and HubSpot), improve system integration, eliminate manual workarounds, and establish standardized accounting processes

REQUIREMENTS

• Fluent in English and Mandarin
• 8–10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and consolidations
• Proven experience designing and documenting internal controls
• Demonstrated experience managing audits
• Experience with ERP/GL systems, including QuickBooks
• Advanced Excel skills (intermediate to advanced formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling)
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Exposure to multi-entity, multi-currency environments preferred
• Experience with Canadian and US tax compliance preferred

Next Steps

We do appreciate all interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Clarity Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and workplace. If you require accommodation, please let us know in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note: We use AI-assisted tools for notetaking during the screening process.

About Clarity Recruitment

Clarity is an executive search and recruitment firm specializing in Finance & Accounting talent across Canada - from accountants to CFOs. Additionally, Clarity partners with organizations to hire exceptional talent in HR, Operations, and IT, helping build the teams that power business success. Our process is designed to minimize risk, maximize alignment, and move quickly. With dedicated practices in Executive Search, Full-Time Search, and Project & Interim Consulting, we help organizations grow with confidence. Visit findingclarity.ca to learn more!