Financial Controller

Our client, a reputable entrepreneurial Organization with a strong commitment to the environment, is seeking a skilled Financial Controller as a result of company expansion.

As Financial Controller reporting to the President & CEO, you will provide financial leadership for all aspects of accounting, reporting, analysis and strategic recommendations. 

What makes this role unique? (Besides working for a great company!)

Our Client’s Head office will be relocating from Regina, Sask to Olds, Alberta within the next 12 – 18 months as a result of customer demand. As the selected candidate you may either:

a) Reside in Olds, Alberta and travel to/from Regina for a 12 – 18 month period.

b)  Reside in Regina/Saskatchewan, travel to/from and then relocate to their Olds, Alberta Head Office within a 12 – 18 month period.

Explore this opportunity to work with an organization that rewards performance and innovation, has a fun team environment and offers many learning and growth opportunities!   (As well as a great mountain view from their office!)

Reporting to the President & CEO, you will: 

• Be responsible for all aspects of full cycle accounting and financial reporting including A/R, A/P, payroll, operational control reports and monthly/quarterly financial statements for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Provide analysis and strategic recommendations to leadership as required.   Assist in identifying, automating and creating efficiencies.  
• Be responsible for all process and procedures around bank reconciliations, invoicing, collections, billing, bill payments, payroll, etc.  
• Preparation of the annual forecast and budget.  
• Daily cashflow requirements 
• Maintain accurate monthly working papers.  
• Ensure consistent and efficient application of accounting practices are implemented and in accordance with both Alberta and Saskatchewan jurisdictions.  
• Set up and monitor internal controls to maintain accurate financial information.  
• Lead the year-end process with external accounting partners. 
• Demonstrate exemplary management, team and relationship building skills.   Oversee the accounting team and assist other departments. 

EDUCATION:  CPA designation, supported ideally with a Bachelor's Degree, major in Accounting.  

EXPERIENCE: Over 5 years of related management experience, supported by strong leadership skills, business acumen and an entrepreneurial drive.  

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES: 

• Service oriented and proactive leadership style.   Strong listening skills, information gathering and exemplary management, team and relationship building skills.   Ability to coach and oversee accounting staff.   
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn/improve financial knowledge and technical skills. 
• Motivated, positive attitude, open to learn and work collaboratively with the team. Brings a 'can-do' attitude and willingness to pitch in as needed.  
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple deadlines. 
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and in writing.  

Remuneration includes executive level salary, annual bonus opportunities, generous company benefits and perks, along with a fun, driven team environment!

Please direct your enquiries to David Eisenzimmer, and your confidential resume to:  recruit@employmentnetwork.ca

Phone 306-585-7244