Putting people first, every day
BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust.
In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.
Your Opportunity
We are growing! Our CFO and Controller Services group is seeking an experienced full-time permanent Controller with a professional accounting designation to join the team .
A remote work model is possible if you are located within the province of Newfoundland, Nova Scotia or New Brunswick.
The ideal candidate possesses strong technical and analytical skills with the instinctive ability to produce accurate and timely financial reporting.
They are reliable and have the highest level of integrity establishing trust with clients. If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys helping other businesses grow and be successful, we want to hear from you.
The CFO and Controller Services group provides world class, in house, finance and accounting services to clients of all sizes in any industry.
We provide a full suite of financial solutions to our clients, including third- party recruiting services for finance and accounting roles, outsourcing of accounting and finance functions (CFO, Controller, and Bookkeeper for hire), and business advisory services.
As a Controller for our clients, you will report to one of our CFO’s and be responsible for :
- Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
- Period end financial reporting and working paper preparation for clients, as assigned.
- Financial management.
- Maintaining integrity of the accounting system and inputs.
- Understanding, implementing and monitoring an adequate control environment.
- Client relations.
- Supervising and mentoring accounting teams.
- Ad hoc as required.
How do we define success for your role?
- You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work : Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
- You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
- You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
- You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
- You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
- You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.
Y our experience and education
- Accounting Designation required.
- 3 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Previous controller or advisory experience is an asset.
- Previous experience working in an accounting firm is an asset.
- Advanced knowledge of accounting system(s) is an asset.
- Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, as well as, on a team.
- Detail oriented individual with strong organizational skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience leading teams in a fast paced, results driven environment.
- Ability to travel to clients.