Controller, CPA (Required)

Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia; Surrey; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Power Group in Surrey, BC is seeking a Controller, CPA to lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and monthly close. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with leadership to provide financial analysis and drive internal controls.

You will oversee budgeting and forecasting, ensure compliance with GAAP and tax regulations, mentor accounting staff, and partner with operations on inventory and cost accounting to improve margins.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting and preparing financial statements.
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel for modeling and reporting.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to mentor accounting staff and collaborate across departments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Clear, professional communication to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and monthly/annual close.
• Prepare and review financial statements and monitor cash flow.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Lead internal controls improvements and collaborate with operations on inventory, cost accounting, and margin analysis.
• Supervise accounting staff and partner with leadership on financial analysis and decision making.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting/Forecasting

Staff leadership

Data analysis

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Company Description

The Power Group is a multi-entity growing organization focused on supplying high-quality building materials to commercial and residential construction projects in both Canada and the USA. The company is committed to reliable service, efficient operations, and strong financial management to support sustainable growth. Team members collaborate closely across departments to ensure accurate order fulfillment, responsive customer service, and streamlined logistics. The organization values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, offering opportunities for professionals to contribute to operational excellence and long-term success.

Role Description

The Controller, CPA role is a full-time, on-site position based in Surrey, BC. The individual in this role oversees all accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and monthly and annual financial close. Daily responsibilities include preparing and reviewing financial statements, monitoring cash flow, managing budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies. The Controller collaborates with leadership to provide financial analysis, support strategic decision-making, and implement internal controls that safeguard company assets. This role also involves supervising accounting staff, improving financial processes and systems, and partnering with operational teams to support inventory, cost accounting, and margin analysis.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation as a CPA and several years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, ideally in distribution, manufacturing, or related industries.


• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, with proven experience managing full-cycle accounting.


• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills, including experience with financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting tools.


• Demonstrated leadership and people management abilities, including mentoring staff, delegating work effectively, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance team environment.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the capacity to prioritize multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.


• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non‑financial stakeholders and collaborate across departments.


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; experience in inventory, cost accounting, or working with building products or construction clients is an asset.


• Commitment to ethical standards, confidentiality, and continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to identifying process efficiencies and supporting business growth.