Western Controller (British Columbia)
Emterra Group
- Surrey, BC
- $100,000-125,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements for Emterra Group and coordinate external year-end review;
- Manage multi-location financial reporting, including standardization of reporting and review processes;
- Manage Accounting Services (payroll, AP, AR and general accounting) and organize department assignment;
- Analyze and interpret accounting and operational data to forecast profitability and performance against budget;
- Coach, train and evaluate performance of direct reports;
- Identify new opportunities that drive financial success;
- Ensure the timely preparation of month-end financial statements;
- Lead month-end close for all divisions and maintain various schedules such as fixed assets, amortization schedules, month-end adjusting entries;
- Assist in reconciliations as required for audited financial statements;
- Provide commentary on monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and insight on individual operations across the region;
- Initiate and implement process improvement and accounting control measures;
- Assume responsibility for the coordination and submission of annual budget preparation; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Completion of relevant post-secondary education (minimum Bachelor’s degree in related field);
- Professional designation (CA, CGA or CMA);
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a Controller role within a large private organization;
- Experience in the waste/recycling, manufacturing, and/or transportation industry considered an asset;
- Demonstrated business acumen, strategic thinking and an ability to execute against formulated strategy;
- Strong leadership skills, able to effect positive change through structured training, coaching and engagement initiatives;
- Prior experience managing a team of both direct and indirect reports in a multi-site operating environment;
- Process-oriented thinking with strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented commitment to excellence;
- Exceptional customer service skills with both internal and external stakeholders;
- Excellent command of the English language and strong presentation skills;
- Proficient with MS Office Suite along with experience in or the willingness/capacity to learn industry-specific programs; and
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamic – Business Central considered an asset.
- Competitive Wages
- Comprehensive health benefits (drug, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance)
- Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support
- Employee discount programs