Controller

Dentons; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Extended benefits

Paid vacation program

Job summary

Dentons in Tri-Cities, BC seeks a senior Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations across the operating company, properties, and four holding companies. This hands-on role blends leadership with day-to-day finance, payroll, HR, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is CPA-qualified with multi-entity and multi-currency experience, capable of independent work in a small, stand-alone finance function, and willing to wear multiple hats in a privately held business.

Qualifications

• CPA designation and strong accounting/managerial experience.
• Hands-on Controller-level experience.
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting (CAD, USD, EUR).
• Ability to work independently in a stand-alone finance function in a small, family-owned business.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial operations for operating company, properties and four holding companies.
• Manage Canadian tax matters, including income tax, SR&ED and investments, with external accounting firm.
• Oversee payroll, benefits and HR including recruitment, terminations, performance reviews and bonuses.
• Manage inventory and production operations and supervise Office Administrator, Production team and Purchaser.
• Oversee facilities management and liaise with strata management.
• Support customer-facing activities including inside sales, RMAs, quotations and light technical support.
• Provide general hands-on operational support as needed in a small-company environment.

Skills

CPA designation

Controller experience

Multi-entity accounting

Multi-currency accounting

Education

CPA qualification

Tools

Windows Server

Microsoft 365

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Well-established and very well-managed small family company that has a strong reputation. Make a meaningful impact to the business while working with kind, intelligent, and values-driven leaders. Well-rounded Controller role spanning operational responsibilities. Hands-on position while also providing leadership and oversight.

Who- the Company:

Our client is a small, privately held industrial technology and engineering company based in the Tri-Cities, specializing in machine vision and automation solutions.

What- the Role:

This is a unique opportunity for a well-rounded senior-level accounting professional reporting into the President.

• Oversee accounting and financial operations for the operating company, properties and four holding companies.
• Manage Canadian tax matters, including income tax, SR&ED and investments, working with the external accounting firm on filings.
• Oversee payroll, benefits and HR, including recruitment, terminations, performance reviews and bonuses.
• Manage inventory and production operations and supervise the Office Administrator, Production team and Purchaser.
• Oversee facilities management and liaise with strata management.
• Support customer-facing activities, including inside sales, RMAs, quotations and light technical support.
• Provide general hands‑on operational support as needed in a small-company environment.
• Nice to have: Basic IT knowledge (Windows server, Microsoft 365, desktops) and graphic design/Adobe experience.
• Looking for a “Jack of all trades” Controller who is comfortable wearing multiple hats beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

Who- the Candidate:

• CPA designation with strong accounting and managerial experience.
• Hands‑on Controller‑level experience with a strong operational and accounting background.
• Experience with multi‑entity and multi‑currency accounting (CAD, USD, EUR).
• Proven ability to work independently in a stand‑alone finance function with minimal supervision.
• “No task too big or too small” mindset; comfortable wearing multiple hats in a small, family‑owned business.
• Self‑starter with a can‑do attitude, strong judgment and the ability to self‑manage.
• High level of trust, accountability and ownership.
• Steady tenures demonstrating loyalty and stability during career path. This company treats their people well and employees tend to stay a very long time!
• Comfortable working full‑time in the office.
• Candidates located in the Tri‑Cities or surrounding areas would be ideal.
• Adaptable and willing to pitch in with a variety of operational and administrative tasks as needed.

How Much:

The salary for this role is commensurate with level and relevance of accounting experience and qualifications, and will range from $100,000 to $130,000 (please note to get to the top end, must have all nice‑to‑have qualifications and over 10 years of relevant experience)
Additionally, the Controller will be eligible for:

• Annual performance bonus
• Extended benefits
• Paid vacation program

Where:

Based in the Tri-Cities of BC. Full‑time on‑site.

When & How to Apply:

Swim Recruiting will be conducting initial screening, interviewing, and shortlisting on behalf of our client. Once shortlisted, qualified candidates will be presented directly to the hiring team for consideration.