Corporate Controller

Vaco Recruiter Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 127,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Calgary is looking for a Corporate Controller to oversee the finance and accounting team. You'll manage full cycle accounting, prepare IFRS-compliant financial reports, and lead the annual audit. Candidates must hold a CPA or equivalent and have strong leadership skills. This position offers a salary up to $150,000/year.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for learning and growth

Leadership guidance from experienced managers

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in preparation of IFRS public company financial reporting.
• Professional, responsive, and positive attitude is essential.
• The ability to motivate teams to produce quality work within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance and accounting team of six providing guidance and training.
• Responsible for day-to-day financial operations including general ledger and payroll.
• Preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial reporting package (IFRS).
• Lead the annual external audit.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Communication

Time Management

Multitasking

Technical expertise in IFRS

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

CPA or equivalent accounting designation

Tools

Financial software

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a manufacturing company in Calgary, Alberta. They are looking for a Corporate Controller who will be responsible for full cycle accounting, the preparation of monthly and quarterly public IFRS company financial reporting materials, and budget vs actual analysis.

Why Work Here

• Great leader to learn from and work with
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment, leading a team of six direct reports
• Play a key role in making an impact at a growing public company

About the Opportunity

• Lead the finance and accounting team of six providing guidance, training, and oversight
• Responsible for day‑to‑day financial operations of the organization including management of the general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and government reporting and remitting
• Consolidation of six entities into monthly financial reporting package including commentary, variance analysis
• Preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated public company financial reporting package (IFRS)
• Leading the annual external audit
• Liaise with marketing and operational personnel regarding monthly financial performance and routine analysis and credit approvals for new customers
• Supervise payroll and payroll tax matters
• Oversee indirect tax filings, workers compensation filings, and assist with corporate tax items
• Perform other ad‑hoc duties as required

About You

• Accounting designation (CPA or equivalent) is required
• Strong technical expertise in preparation of IFRS public company financial reporting
• Exceptional skills in Leadership, and Team Management
• Proficiency in relevant financial software and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, time management, and multitasking skills, as well as the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
• The ability to motivate teams to produce quality work within tight deadlines
• Professional, responsive, and positive attitude is essential

Salary Range

Up to $150,000/year

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats.

You must currently reside within the Calgary area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.