Accounting Manager

One of British Columbia’s most defining assets are its trees. The trees and forests of British Columbia have helped define our province and shape our daily lives. Our client, a thriving business in BC’s Forestry / Silviculture Industry, is dedicated to tending our forests and helping them continue to thrive.

Based out of a Downtown Vancouver office, this organization’s roots lay in tree planting. From there, they have diversified to include many aspects of the silviculture value chain. As the business continues to grow, adapt, and take on new partnerships, the need for a professional, designated Assistant Controller has become abundantly clear.

Reporting to the Controller with dotted line reporting to the parent, investment company, the Assistant Controller will play a significant role in developing the scalability of the finance functions while ensuring the day-to-day accounting is accurate and timely. The Assistant Controller will take ownership of the accounting function, spearheading the development of policies, procedures, and internal controls. The successful candidate will also manage and streamline the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Key responsibilities would include:

• Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements
• Monthly management reporting for operational and executive leadership
• Participation in budgeting and forecasting in partnership with the Controller
• Ad hoc financial and variance analysis
• Design and implement effective internal processes and controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and maintaining a high-performance team
• Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required

As the ideal candidate you bring:

• An accounting designation
• Foundational experience from Public Practice coupled with industry experience
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• A self-motivated, self-starter who can anticipate what is to come and make adjustments as required
• A sense of humour
• You think of this role as the best of both worlds, an established, cash positive business, looking for an Assistant Controller with an innovative, start-up mentality

This position is integral to the company’s success and requires someone with exceptional technical skills, strategic vision, and the ability to lead effectively.

Additionally, this organization provides:

• Good compensation
• Competitive benefits plan
• As the company expands, the role will elevate in responsibility and scope

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