Controller | Abbotsford

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + Long-Term Incentives

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. 

THE ROLE

STRIVE Recruitment is partnering with a well-established North American organization operating within the environmental services and infrastructure sector to recruit a Controller for their Abbotsford operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a Controller to join a financially strong, growth-oriented business that provides essential services to communities and commercial customers across Canada.

This role is ideal for a CPA qualified Controller who enjoys partnering with operations and making a tangible impact on business performance at an organization that empowers its local leadership teams while offering the support, stability and career progression of a large, publicly traded company.

The Controller will oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities for the district while acting as a trusted business partner to operational leadership. You'll play a key role in driving financial performance, strengthening internal controls, budgeting, forecasting and supporting strategic business decisions.

The company offers competitive compensation, including bonus and long-term incentives, comprehensive benefits, a retirement savings program, an employee share purchase plan, and with a focus on promoting from with in can offer excellent long-term career opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the monthly close process, including preparation of financial statements
• Prepare account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial reporting
• Complete monthly forecasts and variance analysis against budget
• Partner closely with operational leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations
• Lead the annual budgeting process
• Prepare capital expenditure requests and supporting financial analysis
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and reporting processes
• Coordinate inventory counts and asset tracking
• Coach and support non-financial managers on financial processes and controls
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA designation
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• 4-7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Previous experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller or Senior Accounting leadership role
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting experience
• Excellent business partnering and communication skills
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems

Please apply for more information. Only candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements of the role will be contacted.