Financial Controller

T&T Supermarket Inc.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long term disability insurance

Extended health/dental/vision care

Life/AD&D insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

T&T Canada seeks an experienced Financial Controller to oversee end-to-end financial processes, controls, and reporting. You will partner with cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide strategic guidance to scale the Canadian operation.

The role requires a CPA, 5+ years of senior accounting leadership, strong Excel skills, and fluency in English; knowledge of Chinese is an asset. Expect a 5-day week with standard business hours and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce; CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in senior management in accounting; supervises 5+ staff.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and IRS tax rules.

Responsibilities

• Set up and enhance financial structures and processes.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, fixed assets, inventory, GL, LC, DP, and cash.
• Lead month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations and analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with auditors during annual audits and tax teams for tax packages.
• Lead US accounting team and mentor staff.
• Support ad-hoc analyses and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA designation

Strong business acumen

US GAAP IFRS knowledge

Leadership & interpersonal skills

Advanced Excel (macros, pivot tables)

English fluency (written & spoken)

Chinese language an asset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Commerce

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Job description

Salary $130,000 - $150,000 / year (Salary negotiable & commensurate with experience and qualifications.)

Date Posted 10/26/2026

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Financial Controller, the Financial Controller is responsible for the set-up and enhancement of all aspect of financial related processes, systems and initiatives for T&T Canada; ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and provide strategic financial guidance to support the scaleup and overall success of T&T Canada.

You Will

Accounting Operation and Control

• Responsible for the set up and implementation of financial structures and processes.
• Responsible for the end-to-end financial accounting activities related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed asset and inventory management, general ledgers, LC, DP, accounts creation and petty cash, etc.
• Oversee general accounting and month-end close process including journal entry preparation, general ledger account reconciliation and analysis.
• Work closely with T&T Canada teams and LCL teams to develop polices, processes and controls to safeguard company assets, ensure accurate financial reporting, ensure the company complies with regulations, standards, and US Financial standards.
• Work closely with LCL/GWL treasury team on fund flow set up and movement.
• Function as a liaison with internal/external financial auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Statutory Compliance

• Responsible for US sales and use tax set up and review and oversee the filing process.
• Prepare financial and compliance related reports required by internal / external auditors, regulatory authorities, and business partners.
• Assist LCL/GWL tax team in the preparation of Annual submission of tax packages.

People Management

• Lead and provide guidance to the US Accounting team.
• Guide and cultivate individual and team development.

Participate in or lead ad-hoc projects, analyses, and assignments, as required.

You Should Have / Be

• Possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce, along with a professional accounting designation such as CPA.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of senior management experience in an accounting department, supervising at least 5 employees.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen, preferably in the retail industry, including the ability to analyze strategic requirements, create innovative solutions, and execute action plans.
• Exhibit a strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and IRS taxation requirements.
• Possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with tactfulness in dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Display strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and policy design skills.
• Demonstrate confidence in delivering presentations and facilitating discussions, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be hands-on, detail-oriented, inquisitive, and demonstrate professional curiosity.
• Be flexible to work overtime when necessary.
• Have advanced Excel skills, including familiarity with macros and pivot tables for analyzing large volumes of data.
• Be fluent in written and spoken English.
• The ability to communicate in Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) is considered an asset.
• Performance bonuses
• Long term disability insurance
• Extended health/dental/vision care
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Paid vacation, sick, marriage, bereavement leaves

Shift

5-day work week (Monday to Friday), 9:00am-5:30pm (Actual working hours may vary slightly by department, depending on operational needs.)

Safety Statement

Safety continues to T&T Supermarket's top priority. We've established health and safety policies and measures to ensure our Stores, Food Processing & Production Centres and Warehouse & Distribution are as safe as possible.

T&T Supermarket is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, veteran status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.