Controller

Company Description Vital Link Ice Cream and Event Marketing Inc. is a Canadian company with over four decades of experience in special market events and ice cream retail across the country. The organization provides wholesale ice cream supply, operates retail ice cream carts at events, and offers cart rentals for a wide range of occasions. Vital Link has a direct partnership with the Ice Cream Division of Nestlé Canada, supplying signature brands such as Haagen-Dazs, Del Monte, Oreo, and Skinny Cow, and was recognized with the Nestlé Canada Brand Builder Award in 2014. The company values community responsibility, working with non-profits and health foundations, and is committed to creating meaningful employment opportunities for university and college students. Vital Link fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes learning, transferable skills, and strong relationships with customers and associates.

Role Description The Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in Toronto, ON, responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations and ensuring accuracy in all financial reporting. Day-to-day tasks include managing general ledger activities, preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and monitoring cash flow, budgets, and forecasts. The Controller will oversee accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and bank reconciliations, while maintaining internal controls and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and tax regulations. This role collaborates closely with leadership to provide financial analysis, support strategic decision-making, and assist with cost management related to inventory, events, and partnerships. The Controller also leads or supports financial audits, implements process improvements, and helps develop financial policies that align with Vital Link’s growth and community-focused values.

Qualifications

• Strong financial accounting and reporting skills, including experience with general ledger management, financial statement preparation, and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support decision-making and cost control in a multi-location or event-based environment.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations, preferably in a small to mid-sized business setting.
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal control best practices, with the ability to ensure compliance and support audits.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and ERP systems, as well as solid skills in Microsoft Excel and other office productivity tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities, with attention to detail and a focus on process improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with operations, leadership, and external partners.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation or progress toward a professional accounting certification is an asset.