Controller

Empson (Canada), Inc.

Controller

Empson (Canada), Inc. is a privately-owned fine wine importer and wholesaler, operating nationally, and headquartered in Calgary, Alberta.

We are currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time Controller for our Calgary office.

In this hands-on position, responsibilities include:

§  Leading and completing all accounting and finance activities;

§  Analyzing, recording and reporting all financial transactions including international acquisition of inventory, national sales and foreign exchange;

§  Preparing and explaining monthly internal financial reports, as well as preparing the annual operating budget;

§  Leading the annual review engagement, including preparation of financial statements and working papers, and managing queries;

§  Coordinating foreign exchange currency purchasing, as well as cash forecasting;

§  Managing relationships with financial institutions regarding credit facilities and foreign exchange;

§  Providing payroll and benefits administration.

 

The following qualifications are needed for this position:

·         A professional accounting designation, with 5-7 years of professional experience;

·         Strong computer skills; experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are an assets;

·         Strong communication and organization skills; a high attention to detail and accuracy;

·         Self-motivated and the ability to work independently, while participating as a member of a small team environment.

Empson (Canada), Inc. offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits plan, which includes a flex spending account and an RRSP matching program.

To apply, please submit your resume to Beata Golec at bgolec@empsoncanada.com. We thank you in advance for your submission, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. This position will remain open until it is filled.