VP, Finance

About Staffing Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned business in Calgary seeks a Controller to join their team. This leadership role involves overseeing accounting functions, financial reporting, and managing teams to drive operational excellence. Ideal candidates will bring significant experience in finance, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a passion for mentoring. You'll be part of a dynamic team aiming for continuous growth and success.

Benefits

Full benefits package including RRSP matching

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Proven experience managing financial operations for multiple entities.
• Demonstrated success in process improvement and implementing streamlined financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting.
• Oversee financial aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and scale-ups.
• Identify and implement streamlined accounting processes.

Skills

Adaptability

Technical Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Strategic Planning

Analytical Thinking

Leadership & Team Management

Communication & Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation (or equivalent)

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Connecting you to Accounting jobs in Calgary, Alberta!

About Staffingis an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a BBB Accredited Business and a proud member of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

We have partnered with a family owned concrete companyto support them in the recruitment process to find their newest addition: Controller

Job ID: 42562

Job Type: Direct Hire

Category: Accounting

Are you ready to take on a leadership role in a well-established, family-owned business based in Calgary? Our client is seeking a dynamicControllerto help drive their continued success and growth.

In this role, you’ll bring your expertise in mergers and acquisitions, scaling operations, and managing multiple companies under one umbrella. You’ll tackle complex, unstructured challenges with confidence, leveraging data-driven insights and innovative strategies.

Collaborating with a talented Accounting team and executive management, you’ll play a key role in high-level reporting, streamlining processes, and ensuring operational excellence. Your strong analytical thinking and ability to lead through change will help shape the organization’s future.

If you’re a versatile team player with exceptional communication skills, proven leadership abilities, and a passion for mentoring and motivating others, we want to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The key job functions are:

• Financial Oversight:Lead and manage all accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Mergers & Acquisitions:Oversee financial aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and scale-ups, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with strategic goals.
• Process Optimization:Identify and implement streamlined accounting processes and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy across the organization.
• Reporting & Analysis:Deliver high-level financial analysis and reporting to support executive decision-making and organizational growth strategies.
• Team Leadership:Mentor, train, and manage the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Compliance & Risk Management:Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, financial compliance, and risk mitigation practices across all entities.
• Collaboration & Communication:Work closely with executive management and other departments to align financial goals and operational priorities while maintaining transparency and trust.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation (or equivalent) is strongly preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with a focus on leadership roles.
• Proven experience managing financial operations for multiple entities, including mergers, acquisitions, and scale-ups.
• Demonstrated success in process improvement and implementing streamlined financial systems.
• Strong track record of high-level reporting, budgeting, and forecasting in a dynamic environment.

Skills:

• Adaptability: Agile in navigating unstructured challenges and dynamic business environments.
• Technical Proficiency:Advanced knowledge of accounting software, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools.
• Attention to Detail:Rigorous focus on accuracy in financial data and reporting.
• Strategic Planning: Adept at developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Analytical Thinking:Strong ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Leadership & Team Management:Proven skills in mentoring, motivating, and leading teams through growth and change.
• Communication & Collaboration:Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with executives and cross-functional teams.

Base Salary:$120,000 – $150,000 per year

• Salary based on experience and qualifications
• Full benefits package including RRSP matching

Work Hours:

• 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Additional Notes:

• This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion.At About Staffing EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

About Staffingrecruiters are Alberta’s experts in connecting candidates with accountingjobs.We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate, industrial, management and technical fields.

About Staffing’s recruitment specialists believe in a human-to-human approach in hiring. We read your resume, conduct person-to-person interviews and make our matches to accounting jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after I apply?

Our Recruitment Team will be notified once you have submitted your resume. They will review your resume against our current job postings. If you meet the employer’s requirements, a recruiter may be in touch to begin the recruitment process.

Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer’s needs of the positions we are actively working on. We are constantly posting accounting jobs so check back with us regularly.

Please reference Job ID: 42562in your application.