Controller

SEYMOUR PACIFIC DEVELOPMENTS LTD; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Controller to lead financial operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves overseeing accounting functions, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and extensive experience in corporate accounting and financial management. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and offers excellent benefits, including employer-paid health coverage and wellness programs. If you are passionate about driving financial success and fostering an inclusive workplace, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Employer paid extended health coverage

Vision and dental coverage

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Yearly health and wellness benefit

Employee recognition program

Qualifications

• CPA designation required with extensive corporate accounting experience.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions and manage financial reporting.
• Develop and execute financial plans and internal controls.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Financial Analysis

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Professional Accounting Designation (CPA)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

Job description

The Controller is directly responsible for managing the overall financial operations of Seymour Pacific Developments Ltd. This role will provide financial leadership by overseeing all accounting functions, managing budgets, forecasting as well as risk management. Responsibilities include managing a team, as well as executing long-term financial plans, developing and tracking financial KPIs, and reporting. The Controller will also interface with other internal departments to gather information and ensure the effective operation of Seymour Pacific Developments Ltd. This position will be located in Campbell River - British Columbia.

Your contributions to the team:

• Provide leadership and oversee the day-to-day accounting function
• Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal, regulatory, and company policies and procedures
• Develop and execute short- and long-term financial plans and forecasts
• Collaborate with operations to define, measure, analyze, improve and control current processes
• Provide strategic analysis as required to drive improved decision making
• Responsible for the preparation of monthly financial statements and external reporting to financial institutions, ensuring all reporting requirements are met
• Implement and manage internal controls with respect to financial policies, processes and procedures
• Provide advice and guidance on all accounting matters including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting
• Sets priorities within the accounting group
• Facilitate and oversee the year-end audit and preparation of financial statements
• Support new systems and project selections from a strategic finance and internal control perspective
• Hire, train, mentor and supervise accounting staff
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Provide input for initiatives from Executive

What you need to be successful:

• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, Excel and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts
• Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management
• Experience overseeing or performing financial statement audits
• Management and supervisory experience
• Ability to adapt to, implement and learn new software

The Perks:

• Employer paid extended health, vision, and dental coverage (including family)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Yearly health and wellness benefit
• RPP eligibility after one year
• Employee recognition program

Why Seymour Pacific?

Seymour Pacific Developments is an industry leader in building multi-family homes with unparalleled speed and efficiency. We develop and build over 1000 units a year by leveraging effective teamwork and industry expertise. We offer excellent wages and benefits, as well as a variety of training for employees who are motivated to succeed and want to expand their horizons.

Seymour Pacific Developments practices equal opportunity hiring and onboarding processes to ensure equal access and participation for everyone. We understand that we have a responsibility for ensuring a safe, dignified, and welcoming environment and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees irrespective of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. We believe in integrating people with disabilities into our workforce by removing barriers and meeting accessibility needs.