Assistant Controller

LGM Financial Services; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Canadian automotive industry is seeking an Assistant Controller to manage financial reporting and guide the Corporate Accounting Team. This role involves overseeing cash management, budgeting, and audits, while fostering a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience and strong leadership skills, with a competitive compensation package including health benefits and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Health benefits

Group RRSP

Performance bonus

Wellness benefits

Education sponsorship

Community days off

Birthday leave

Vehicle rebate up to $400/month

Qualifications

• Advanced accounting knowledge and proficiency with relevant software.
• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting or finance environment.
• At least 1 year of experience in people management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Corporate Accounting team.
• Oversee financial reporting, cash management, and audits.
• Ensure quarterly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.

Skills

Team player

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Deadline management

Education

Advanced accounting knowledge

5 years experience in accounting or finance

1 year experience in people management

Job description

LGM is a national leader in providing warranty, finance, and insurance services to the Canadian automotive industry. Since 1998, LGM has been successfully supplying quality products and leading training solutions to Canadian car dealerships. Our partnerships are supported by the strong backing of renowned automotive manufacturing brands, including BMW / MINI, Kia, Mazda, Volvo, Jaguar / Land Rover, Mitsubishi Motors, Polestar, and Motorrad.

The Assistant Controller is responsible for compiling, communicating, and reporting corporate financial information to both internal and external stakeholders. The Assistant Controller also guides and manages the Corporate Accounting Team through effective execution of cash management, budgeting, audits, financial reporting, and investment management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead, motivate, and coach the Corporate Accounting team to effectively deliver services related to this position.
2. Manage performance, foster collaboration, and proactively plan the direction of the team.
3. Work with direct reports to establish performance goals and monitor progress to support professional development.
4. Handle personnel situations with discretion and candor.
5. Manage hiring, terminations, and performance evaluations for team members.
6. Improve accounting and financial processes, controls, and develop the team to achieve best practices, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
7. Provide oversight of cash management, investments, and reconciliations of balance sheet and profit and loss accounts.
8. Ensure quarterly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts within scope of role.
9. Oversee or prepare financial reports, tax remittances, and account variance analyses.
10. Distribute monthly financial reports to management and external parties.
11. Oversee monthly journal entries.
12. Lead the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and analysis of actual results.
13. Lead the preparation of working papers for audits.
14. Manage the accounting system and general ledger coding.
15. Support finance projects and other related tasks as needed.
16. Participate in training for backup coverage of responsibilities.
17. Manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

Required Skills:

1. Supportive team player with a hands-on approach.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
3. Collaborative leadership style.
4. Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
5. Ability to meet strict deadlines.

Education & Experience:

• Advanced accounting knowledge and proficiency with relevant software.
• At least 5 years of experience in an accounting or finance environment.
• At least 1 year of experience in people management.

The Perks:

• Competitive compensation package including health benefits, Group RRSP, performance bonus, wellness benefits, education sponsorship, community days off, birthday leave, and a vehicle rebate of up to $400/month.
• Primarily in-office role with opportunities for remote work.