Assistant controller Jobs in New Westminster, BC

Our client, a long-standing and highly respected leader in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a strategic and hands-on Controller to lead their finance department in Delta, BC. This is a critical leadership role reporting directly to the VP of Finance, responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and the strength of internal controls across their operations.

If you are a designated finance leader who excels in high-pressure environments and enjoys driving process improvements, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, values-driven organization.

Advantages
- Competitive annual salary of $110,000 - $130,000 + bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package starting from day one
- RRSP matching program
- Support with professional certification maintenance fees
- Hybrid work flexibility

Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting operations including GL maintenance, accounts receivable/payable, and month/quarter/year-end reporting
- Manage and mentor a professional accounting team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all deliverables
- Develop and maintain robust internal controls and corporate policies to ensure financial integrity and prevent malpractice
- Direct the treasury functions, including cash and asset management and currency exchange hedging
- Coordinate the annual budget and periodic forecasting activities to support strategic business decisions
- Lead the preparation for internal and external audits and ensure compliance with all tax and regulatory requirements
- Drive continuous improvement by mapping processes and implementing automated templates within the ERP environment

Qualifications
- Must hold one of the following designations in good standing: CPA or CPA (CA, CGA or CMA legacy designations)
- 7 to 10 years of progressive accounting experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience at a managerial level
- Proficiency with ERP systems; knowledge of Sage X3 or system implementations is a strong asset
- Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and Canadian/U.S. tax compliance
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and the ability to interpret complex data to drive business insights
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence without direct authority across various departments
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Summary
If you’d like to learn more about this role, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muycocrystal/

Or email me directly at: crystal.muyco@randstad.ca

** We thank all applicants for their interest in this exciting opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.