Financial Controller

Envol; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent marine and luxury boating company located in Burnaby, Canada, seeks a Financial Controller to manage full-cycle accounting operations. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of accounting experience, is CPA certified (or close to completion), and demonstrates strong leadership within a small finance team. Offering a competitive salary of $110K-$130K plus bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work model, this role provides an opportunity to influence strategic financial growth in a dynamic and collaborative culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

4 weeks of paid vacation

Employer-paid CPA dues

Flexible work arrangement

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience leading to a managerial role.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and expertise.
• Hands-on experience in financial operations within luxury retail or dealership environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the finance team, enhancing their skills.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting operations including AP, AR, and payroll.
• Prepare accurate financial statements for multiple locations.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Hands-on accounting experience

Leadership

Financial analysis

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Compliance knowledge

Education

CPA designation (or close to completion)

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

Are you a hands-on finance professional with full-cycle accounting and financial operations experience? Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute to a tight-knit accounting team?

Join M&P Mercury as their next Financial Controller where you can take ownership, lead with impact, and contribute to the ongoing growth of a dynamic, family-owned business.

ABOUT YOU

You are a seasoned Accounting Manager or Controller with the expertise to oversee M&P Mercurys accounting and administrative functions across a multi-location, luxury retail business. With a strong background in financial reporting, analysis and leadership with high proficiency in IT systems, you bring both vision and hands‑on execution to the table. Adaptable, detail-oriented, and quick to learn, you thrive in high-pressure environments and approach new challenges with confidence.

Passionate about the marine industry, you are eager to contribute to the legacy of North America's #2 boat seller and yacht dealer and play a pivotal role in shaping its future growth. Your proven ability to enhance financial performance and drive profitability makes you a trusted partner to senior leadership. This is the right opportunity for an Accounting Manager or Controller from a small organization to step into a broader senior finance role and help grow a brand that has thrived for over 65 years.

WHY M&P MERCURY

Its a priority to take care of our team and reward them for their contributions. As part of our tight‑knit, growing, and dynamic team, you can expect:

• Competitive salary of $110,000$130,000 per year, plus a 10% performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package with extended health and dental coverage and 4 weeks of paid vacation.
• Employer‑paid CPA dues or educational reimbursement to support continued professional standing and development.
• Hybrid, flexible work arrangement after the first 3 months, with the ability to work from home one‑day per week.
• Tight-knit, inclusive, and collaborative culture with team events, exclusive showcases, and access to Canada's premier fleet of boats.
• Established brand with long‑term growth potential, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy and drive M&P Mercury's continued growth and profitability.

YOUR IMPACT

As Financial Controller, you will own M&P Mercurys day‑to‑day accounting operations while supporting strategic financial growth. In this role, you will:

• Lead and mentor a small but growing finance team (Assistant Accountant and Accountant), staying close to the work and building their technical skills.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, GL, payroll, fixed assets, inventory, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for complex, multi-locations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, providing actionable insights to support day-to-day operations and long-term strategic decisions.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital, maintaining the companys financial health and supporting growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and Canadian tax regulations, coordinating audits, tax filings, and other reporting requirements.
• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to analyze financial performance, identify opportunities for efficiency, and enhance profitability.
• Optimize accounting systems and processes, streamlining reporting tools and workflows to improve accuracy and scalability.
• Maintain M&P Mercurys internal controls and policies, safeguarding company assets and minimizing risk.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, supporting process improvements and initiatives that drive business growth in a fast‑paced, customer-focused environment.

YOUR BACKGROUND

• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience leading to an Accounting Manager or Controller role.
• Possess a CPA designation (or close to completion), with strong technical accounting knowledge and technical expertise.
• Hands‑on multi-location, inventory accounting experience with full-cycle accounting and financial operations, ideally in luxury retail, marine, or dealership environments.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and excel in a sales or B2C-driven environment, driving financial operations and business performance.
• Strong expertise in GAAP, Canadian tax, compliance, audits, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems with the ability to pick up quickly and implement new systems.
• A practical, roll-up-your-sleeves leadership style with a willingness to jump in, support the growing accounting team, and own the details.
• Versatile and proactive, comfortable owning both accounting and administrative functions, successfully wearing multiple hats.
• Effective communicator with excellent organizational skills, thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

OUR VALUES - WHAT DRIVES US AT M&P MERCURY

At M&P Mercury, our mission is simple to make the boating lifestyle the most rewarding, fulfilling, and memorable experience possible. We strive to achieve this commitment by:

• Providing premium quality products and professional services.
• Treating every person who comes onto our premises as a potential lifetime client and friend.
• Continuously exceeding our customers expectations.
• Always embracing honesty, fairness, and a genuine concern for our customers wants and needs.
• Striving to improve our services, processes, human relations, and quality.

ABOUT M&P MERCURY

M&P Mercury, a tight-knit and customer-centric small business, is a leader in the marine and luxury boating industry. Since 1957, M&P Mercury strives to share our passion for boating and use it to bring people together. Recognized by Boating Industry Magazines Top 100 Dealers as Canada's #1 dealer, we sell more than just boats; we sell enjoyment, luxury and top-tier experiences to customers craving the on-water lifestyle. With five locations across BC in Burnaby, Vancouver, North Vancouver, Kelowna, and Nanaimo, we pride ourselves on exceptional professional and a superb sales and services experience while curating a fun, growth-driven and exciting work environment for our employees to thrive in.

Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Click Apply and submit your resume today!

Do you want to learn more about working with M&P Mercury? Visit https://mpmercury.com/.

At M&P Mercury, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We also provide accommodations throughout the hiring process please let us know if you need support so we can ensure a fair and accessible experience.