TalentCompass is hiring an Assistant Controller for our client based in Salmon Arm. This is an onsite full-time permanent role and relocation to the area is required.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of the monthly general ledger close responsibilities for the corporate entities, including the preparation of the journal entries, account reconciliations and analysis.
• Help prepare month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial reports for management
• Implement, document and maintain adequate and effective internal controls that are audited
• Review all monthly or quarterly sales tax filings
• Help draft financial statements and analyzes financial data
• Keeps financial data up to date by identifying and explaining variances
• Provides support to managers by participating in various files and strategic projects as needed
• Manage Accounts Payable functions to ensure all invoices are entered timely and accurately, vendor relations are managed and prioritized, obligations are met timely, and the department is staffed adequately.
• Manage Accounts Receivable functions to ensure timely collection of revenue, appropriate credit terms/limits granted to customers, accurate application of customer receipts, timely and accurate customer invoicing, and the department is staffed adequately.
• Supporting the implementation of a new SAP S4/HANA system.

Qualifications:

• Degree in accounting or related field
• CPA or CPA candidate a strong asset
• Experience with SAP S4/HANA system is an asset
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an accounting firm or in a financial analyst/controller assistant role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management, project management and planning skills required
• Strong attention to detail
• Must possess strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to multi-task and work with a high sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment

What you will get:

• Competitive salary
• Relocation assistance for up to $5k
• Benefits plan
• Company Pension Plan for 11%
• At least 3 weeks vacation
• Yearly bonus

We thank all candidates for your interest in the position, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.