Controller jobs in Alberta

A privately owned industrial services company operating in both Canada and the United States is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee its day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is comfortable managing the complete accounting cycle, processing and overseeing payroll, working across multiple entities and taking ownership of accurate and timely financial information.

The Controller will report directly to the CFO and work with operational management and administrative personnel across the organization.

This search is being conducted confidentially. Additional information about the company will be provided to candidates selected for further consideration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete accounting cycle for Canadian and U.S. operations
• Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and supporting working papers
• Complete month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
• Monitor customer collections, vendor payments and working capital
• Prepare bank, credit card, intercompany and balance-sheet reconciliations
• Process or oversee Canadian and U.S. payroll
• Maintain payroll records and coordinate required payroll remittances and filings
• Prepare and support GST, sales tax and other government filings
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Assist with cash-flow reporting and forecasting
• Maintain accounting controls, procedures and documentation
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Coordinate information required by external accountants and other professional advisors
• Assist the CFO with management reporting and special projects
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting and internal controls

Qualifications

• Several years of progressive full-cycle accounting experience
• Strong practical knowledge of payroll and payroll-related reporting
• Experience with Canadian accounting is required
• Experience with U.S. accounting, payroll or multi-entity operations is strongly preferred
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience preparing monthly financial statements and account reconciliations
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• Strong professional judgment and discretion
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with the CFO and operational management

A CPA designation is not required. Equivalent hands-on accounting experience will be given full consideration.

Work Arrangement

This is a full-time hybrid position based in Red Deer, Alberta. The successful candidate must be available to work in the office as required. The specific hybrid schedule will be discussed during the interview process.

Compensation

• Annual salary of $80,000–$90,000, depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent employment
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Opportunity to take ownership of the accounting function for a growing, multi-entity organization

Application Process

Please apply through Indeed with a current résumé outlining your full-cycle accounting, payroll, QuickBooks Online and Canadian/U.S. accounting experience.

This is a confidential recruitment process. Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to respect the confidential nature of the opportunity.

Pay: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sherwood Park, AB