Global Finance Controller: Scale & Optimize

STRIVE Recruitment Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Global exposure

Job summary

STRIVE Recruitment is assisting a Vancouver-based consumer products company in finding an experienced Financial Controller to lead the global finance function. The role reports to the VP Finance and focuses on scalable processes, automation, and strategic partnership with executive leadership.

The successful candidate will build a world-class finance function, mentor a growing team, and support international expansion while maintaining strong controls and reporting excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience with leadership in Controller/Finance Manager roles.
• Experience managing consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge including IFRS and US GAAP.
• Experience with multi-currency accounting and international operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close across international entities with accurate reporting.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements, management reporting, variance analysis, and executive commentary.
• Own treasury activities: global cash flow forecasting, working capital management, and banking relationships.
• Lead the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and banks.
• Strengthen controls, governance, and compliance across jurisdictions.
• Drive continuous improvement of finance systems, reporting processes, and automation.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

US GAAP

Multi-currency accounting

Leadership

Excel (advanced)

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

STRIVE Recruitment is assisting a Vancouver-based consumer products company in finding an experienced Financial Controller to lead the global finance function. The role reports to the VP Finance and focuses on scalable processes, automation, and strategic partnership with executive leadership.

The successful candidate will build a world-class finance function, mentor a growing team, and support international expansion while maintaining strong controls and reporting excellence.