Assistant jobs in Vernon, BC

Financial Controller / Bookkeeper

Location: Vernon or Kelowna
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Multi-Company Financial Management (Service, Retail, distribution, manufacturing and e-commerce)
Companies: Premium Pool & Spa + 3 affiliated businesses
Reports To: Business Owner and Management team

About the Role

Are you a financial expert looking to make a real impact across multiple companies? We’re seeking a Financial Controller / Bookkeeper who will be the cornerstone of our financial operations. This key team member will manage payroll, payables, insurance coordination, and core accounting functions across four established and growing businesses.

You’ll be responsible for not just keeping the books clean—but also providing the financial insights that drive strategic decisions. This is a rare opportunity to lead the finance function in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment where your systems, reports, and recommendations will directly influence growth.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all financial transactions, including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and regulatory filings (CRA, PST, etc.)
• Maintain employee records: benefits setup, authorization documentation, tax forms, and access tools (e.g., keys, cards, codes)
• Generate accurate monthly financial reports and present actionable insights to ownership
• Conduct financial analyses to optimize costs, boost revenue, and streamline operations
• Oversee insurance management across all businesses
• Collaborate with external accountants for year-end tax prep and compliance
• Support the creation and continuous improvement of an Operations Manual, policies, and training documentation
• Lead or assist in internal training for systems like Evosus and general procedures

What Success Looks Like (KPIs)

• Timely, accurate payroll and payable processing
• Monthly financial reporting completed by the 5th of each month
• Clear recommendations for cost reduction and supplier improvement
• Regulatory compliance with no late fees or penalties
• Well-maintained, current employee records and internal systems
• Tax prep documents submitted within 60 days of fiscal year-end
• Streamlined, organized financial systems across all businesses
• A trusted point of contact for all accounting-related questions from staff

Ideal Qualifications

• 5+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or financial controller experience
• Proficiency with accounting and productivity software
• Solid understanding of Canadian payroll, CRA compliance, and GST/PST filings
• Experience managing finances across multiple entities is a strong asset
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• A systems-thinker who’s passionate about creating and improving processes
• Trustworthy, discreet, and detail-oriented

Why Work With Us?

We’re a passionate, growing group of companies with a clear mission and exciting trajectory. As the Financial Controller, you’ll have autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to leave your fingerprint on every corner of our financial landscape.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person