Strategic Controller - Trust & Compliance Leader

Simpson Notaries; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative leadership

Impactful work in growth firm

Job summary

Simpson Notaries is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting operations, including corporate and trust accounting, payroll, and regulatory compliance. This leadership role focuses on strong internal controls, process improvements, and strategic financial planning to support growth across three BC locations.

The successful candidate will manage budgeting, financial reporting, and KPIs while collaborating with ownership and management to ensure financial health and compliance.

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred; equivalent senior accounting experience considered.
• Minimum five years of progressive accounting experience, with leadership responsibilities.
• Controller or senior accounting management experience preferred.
• Experience with trust accounting in a legal or notary environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles and payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all corporate accounting functions and prepare financial statements.
• Maintain general ledger, reconciliations, and cash flow monitoring.
• Lead payroll administration, year-end activities, and remittances.
• Ensure trust accounting compliance and coordinate audits and regulatory reviews.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for ownership and management.
• Mentor accounting staff and drive process improvements across multiple locations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Confidentiality

Education

CPA designation preferred

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

Trust/accounting software

Job description

Simpson Notaries is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting operations, including corporate and trust accounting, payroll, and regulatory compliance. This leadership role focuses on strong internal controls, process improvements, and strategic financial planning to support growth across three BC locations.

The successful candidate will manage budgeting, financial reporting, and KPIs while collaborating with ownership and management to ensure financial health and compliance.