Project Controller Student

Hatch; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Extended benefits

Paid vacation program

Job summary

Hatch, a private industrial technology and engineering company based in the Tri‑Cities, seeks a senior‑level Controller to oversee accounting for the operating company, properties and four holding entities. This on‑site role reports to the President and blends strategic finance with hands‑on management.

Ideal candidates hold a CPA and have multi‑entity, multi‑currency experience (CAD/USD/EUR) with strong operational background, and a track record of loyalty in a small family‑owned business.

Qualifications

• CPA designation with strong accounting and managerial experience.
• Hands‑on Controller‑level experience with strong operational and accounting background.
• Experience with multi‑entity and multi‑currency accounting (CAD, USD, EUR).
• Ability to work independently in a stand‑alone finance function with minimal supervision.
• Willing to wear multiple hats in a small family‑owned business.
• Based in the Tri‑Cities area and willing to work full‑time in the office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial operations for the operating company, properties and four holding companies.
• Manage Canadian tax matters, including income tax, SR&ED and investments, working with the external accounting firm on filings.
• Oversee payroll, benefits and HR, including recruitment, terminations, performance reviews and bonuses.
• Manage inventory and production operations and supervise the Office Administrator, Production team and Purchaser.
• Oversee facilities management and liaise with strata management.
• Support customer‑facing activities, including inside sales, RMAs, quotations and light technical support.
• Provide general hands‑on operational support as needed in a small‑company environment.
• Nice to have: Basic IT knowledge (Windows server, Microsoft 365, desktops) and graphic design/Adobe experience.

Skills

Multi-entity accounting

Multi-currency accounting

Leadership/management

Independent worker

Jack of all trades

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Windows Server

Microsoft 365

Adobe (graphics)

Job description

Who- the Company:

Our client is a small, privately held industrial technology and engineering company based in the Tri-Cities, specializing in machine vision and automation solutions.

What- the Role:

This is a unique opportunity for a well-rounded senior-level accounting professional reporting into the President.

• Oversee accounting and financial operations for the operating company, properties and four holding companies.
• Manage Canadian tax matters, including income tax, SR&ED and investments, working with the external accounting firm on filings.
• Oversee payroll, benefits and HR, including recruitment, terminations, performance reviews and bonuses.
• Manage inventory and production operations and supervise the Office Administrator, Production team and Purchaser.
• Oversee facilities management and liaise with strata management.
• Support customer-facing activities, including inside sales, RMAs, quotations and light technical support.
• Provide general hands‑on operational support as needed in a small-company environment.
• Nice to have: Basic IT knowledge (Windows server, Microsoft 365, desktops) and graphic design/Adobe experience.
• Looking for a “Jack of all trades” Controller who is comfortable wearing multiple hats beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

Who- the Candidate:

• CPA designation with strong accounting and managerial experience.
• Hands‑on Controller-level experience with a strong operational and accounting background.
• Experience with multi‑entity and multi‑currency accounting (CAD, USD, EUR).
• Proven ability to work independently in a stand‑alone finance function with minimal supervision.
• “No task too big or too small” mindset; comfortable wearing multiple hats in a small, family‑owned business.
• Self‑starter with a can‑do attitude, strong judgment and the ability to self‑manage.
• High level of trust, accountability and ownership.
• Steady tenures demonstrating loyalty and stability during career path. This company treats their people well and employees tend to stay a very long time!
• Comfortable working full‑time in the office.
• Candidates located in the Tri‑Cities or surrounding areas would be ideal.
• Adaptable and willing to pitch in with a variety of operational and administrative tasks as needed.

How Much:

The salary for this role is commensurate with level and relevance of accounting experience and qualifications, and will range from $100,000 to $130,000 (please note to get to the top end, must have all nice‑to‑have qualifications and over 10 years of relevant experience)
Additionally, the Controller will be eligible for:

• Annual performance bonus
• Extended benefits
• Paid vacation program

Where:

Based in the Tri-Cities of BC. Full‑time on‑site.