Group Controller

inBarn Solutions Inc.

Agassiz

On-site

CAD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Group Controller to lead financial operations across multiple companies in the agriculture sector. This pivotal role involves overseeing all finance-related tasks, managing a team, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in accounting and finance, with a strong grasp of treasury management and data analysis. Join a passionate team that values talent and offers competitive compensation along with exceptional health benefits. If you are ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience as a controller, ideally in agriculture.
Strong knowledge of accounting, finance, and treasury management.

Responsibilities

Oversee finance tasks for 3 operating and 2 holding companies.
Lead accounting personnel and manage financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting

Finance Management

Treasury Management

Data Analysis

Leadership

Cash Flow Analysis

Team Development

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline

Accounting designation

Tools

Dynamics GP

PowerBI

Excel Power Query

MS Excel

Job description

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West Coast Robotics is the leading provider of robotics technology for the dairy industry throughout British Columbia. Along with our sister company InBarn, we have established ourselves as the leader in solutions that enhance dairy farm operations. We are the gold standard when it comes to dairy automation.

As we continue to expand, we are currently seeking a talented Group Controller to join our head office team in the Fraser Valley.

The Position

The Group Controller position is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on controller who wants to be involved in a variety of areas in the agriculture industry. This is a critical leadership position that requires the oversight of accounting and finance functions for three companies as well as two holding companies.

Responsibilities

You will be tasked with a number of duties that include, but are not limited to:

All finance related tasks for 3 operating companies and 2 holding companies, including operations in both Canada and the US
Oversight and leadership of two accounting personnel and the potential development of other accounting staff as required
Month End and Year End financial reporting and closing
Treasury management and cash flow analysis
Maintain banking relationships
Create finance protocols
Manage insurance requirements
Oversee accounting functions as well as payroll processes
Budget reviews
Employee reviews and career development of direct reports
Attend regularly scheduled leadership meetings

Qualifications

Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate the following:

At least 5 years' experience as a controller, ideally with knowledge of the agriculture or related sector
A wide breadth of accounting, finance and treasury management knowledge, and confidence in that knowledge
Knowledge and experience with Dynamics GP or a similar ERP
Working knowledge and experience with reporting tools such as PowerBI and Excel Power Query
Advanced proficiency with MS Excel
You love analyzing data and are a wizard at financial reporting
Strong background in cash flow analysis
Able to juggle multiple tasks and complete projects on time
Keen ability to connect with others and develop teams
Some familiarity with the dairy industry is an asset
Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline combined with an accounting designation are assets
High level of tact and trustworthiness
Very strong leadership skills in relation to managing their team as well as navigating relationships with peers and ownership
The ability to work within or around the limitations set by other department processes and legacy setups

Why Join Us?

We are passionate about what we do. And it shows. With very little turnover, we strive to attract and keep the best. The successful candidate will also receive compensation that will commensurate with your experience, as well as exceptional extended health and dental benefits. If you want to be part of our talented team, submit a resume for immediate consideration.

Seniority level