Contract Controller

RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Calgary is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller Consultant for a 6-month contract role. The successful candidate will oversee accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls, while managing a team and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. This position requires a CPA designation and experience with ERP systems to support financial processes and reporting.

Qualifications

• CPA designation with previous industry experience.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and internal controls.
• Experience in implementing or optimizing ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely financial statements.
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
• Ensure compliance with government tax regulations.

Skills

Financial reporting

Accounting principles

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client in Calgary is currently seeking an experienced Corporate Controller Consultant to join their team. A successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, internal controls processes, and tax schedule preparation for the organization. The CorporateControllerwill work closely with the CFO and broader senior leadership. This is a 6-month contract role.

Your success will be defined by your ability to :

• Ensure the accurate integration of financial data across departments and systems, with a primary focus on the ERP implementation from NAV2105 to Dynamics F&O.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with government tax regulations, as well as industry-specific standards.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Supervise the daily administration of the organization’s finances in accordance with the DOA.
• Advise on appropriate accounting treatment for new transactions, processes, or lines of service.
• Serve as the lead contact and oversee the organization’s internal and external audits.
• Ensure accounting software is optimally designed and utilized to support organizational reporting requirements
• Assist the Director of Finance and the Executive Team with the preparation of corporate materials and information packages

Your strengths include :

• CPA designation with previous industry experience
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles, and internal controls.
• Experience in implementing or optimizing ERP’s to support financial processes, reporting, and analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and senior management. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of IFRS standards and operational accounting best practices.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and inventory management concepts.
• Experience performing financial analysis.