Specialist, Control (Contract)

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $95,000+

• Actual base pay will depend and vary based on factors such as individual experience and skills of the applicant. 

VACANCY TYPE: This posting reflects a vacant, 1-year contract position.

LOCATION: Toronto Office, 5 days/week in office.

COMPANY:  

Founded over 175 years ago, Labatt is one of Canada’s founding businesses and its leading brewer. We are proud of our history and our heritage in Canada, and we remain committed to brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Labatt has created exciting experiences with consumers through iconic brands like Budweiser, Bud Light, NÜTRL, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Stella Artois and many more. Through our broad portfolio, we are truly a national brewer, with over 3,600 employees, a portfolio of more than 60 quality beers and beyond, and 10 breweries from coast-to-coast, we are proud to serve Canada and the communities we call home. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accountable for ensuring company strategy is in compliance with regulation - works with corporate to identify risks and opportunities

• Responsible for the review of and adherence to Control Policies

• Responsible for the communication, execution and education of the control policies within the organization - lead point of contact for the education of functional leaders

• Provide support to the business to ensure consistency with Group accounting policies and relevant generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

• Support various ad hoc requests from the business (e.g. Public Affairs, Treasury, Internal Audit, Sales, Distribution, etc.)

• Responsible for ensuring continued compliance with/reporting of internal control policies/requirements and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)

• Liaising with internal and external auditors to provide support for internal controls and SOX assessments, to address any internal audit issues that have been noted, and to provide/implement process improvement suggestions if applicable

• Involved in the design, testing and implementation of internal controls as part of the implementation of a new ERP system

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3–4+ years of experience in accounting, audit, or internal controls

• CPA designation (or in progress) strongly preferred

• Hands-on experience with SOX compliance and internal controls testing/design, including exposure to audit processes

• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage stakeholders, with strong organization and self-starter mindset

WHY LABATT:    
As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Labatt is a place where our people can bring out the best in themselves through a collective purpose of creating A Future With More Cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in our communities. We believe in brewing up a future that everyone can celebrate and share.   

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

At Labatt Breweries of Canada, we are an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to maintaining a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for every person – regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, neurodivergence, or disability status.    

REQUIRE ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE?  

Labatt Breweries of Canada is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Members of our team will consult and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.  

Labatt Breweries will never ask you for money or reimbursement of training fees as part of our recruitment process. Any email communication you receive as part of the application or onboarding process will come from a  @Labatt.com email address. If you have any questions or concerns, please email the recruitment team at [email protected] 

AI DISCLOSURE: 

We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with scheduling interviews and managing screening times. We do not use AI to evaluate applicants or make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams. 

 
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