Financial Controller

Hitfar; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned Canadian success story is seeking an experienced financial leader to oversee operations. The role involves managing financial reporting, budgets, and compliance while partnering with ownership for strategic guidance. Candidates should hold a CPA designation and have 7-10 years of finance experience, particularly in wholesale or retail. Competitive compensation offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunity to work closely with ownership

Influence financial strategy and growth

Qualifications

• CPA designation (CA, CMA, CGA) or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive accounting / finance experience, ideally in wholesale, distribution, or retail.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP / accounting systems (SAP experience an asset).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting and financial reporting, including month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports for leadership.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support strategic planning.

Job description

This range is provided by Hitfar. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$100,000.00 / yr - CA$135,000.00 / yr

Overview

Oversee the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and insight. This role is both strategic and hands-on — balancing daily financial oversight with forward-looking analysis to guide leadership decisions. You’ll partner closely with ownership and senior leadership, playing a critical role in shaping the companies financial health and growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting and financial reporting, including month-end and year-end close.
• Manage cash flow, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and inventory accounting.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports for leadership.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Partner with operations and sales leaders to improve profitability and margin management.
• Provide financial insight on CAPEX, system upgrades, and AI-driven initiatives under consideration.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.
• Mentor and develop accounting / finance team members (if applicable).

Qualifications

• CPA designation (CA, CMA, CGA) or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive accounting / finance experience, ideally in wholesale, distribution, or retail.
• Strong understanding of inventory-based businesses and margin management.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP / accounting systems (SAP experience an asset).
• Analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable in a mid-sized, entrepreneurial business environment.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a family-owned Canadian success story with 37 years of history.
• Directly influence the financial strategy and growth of the company.
• Opportunity to work closely with ownership and senior leadership during an exciting period of renewal.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Telecommunications, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Wholesale