Controller (Richmond)

Our client is looking for a strong Assistant Controller/Controller to support their business on a 13 month contract to help oversee the day to day accounting and drive improvement and efficiencies in the business operations. Job Responsibilities - Manage full-cycle accounting for a single entity, including close, reconciliations, accruals, and general ledger activity. - Prepare single entity financial statements under IFRS reporting standards. - Oversee cash flow, expenses, AR, and AP functions. - Support manufacturing accounting, with particular focus on inventory and inventory-related reporting. - Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting packages. - Complete quarterly financial statement reporting using an established template. - Perform variance analysis and provide strategic financial insight to support leadership decision-making. - Lead the external audit process and coordinate all audit deliverables. - Manage minor intercompany transactions and chargebacks. - Supervise two team members and oversee day-to-day accounting operations. Requirements - Proven experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior-level accounting leadership role. - Strong hands-on experience with full-cycle accounting. - Solid understanding of IFRS reporting and ability to work within an IFRS-based reporting framework. - Experience in a manufacturing workplace, including exposure to inventory accounting, inventory reconciliations, and cost/inventory-related analysis. - Strong knowledge of cash flow management. - Experience performing variance analysis, identifying key business drivers, and providing meaningful financial insight to leadership. - Ability to work effectively in a small business environment, balancing analysis with day-to-day transactional oversight. - Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or reviewing the work of direct reports. Thank you for your interest in the role. You will be reached out to directly if your experience aligns with our clients needs. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2o631g