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Controller / Assistant Controller

  • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full-time

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3+ years of experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar accounting leadership role
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Our client is seeking a Controller / Assistant Controller to play a key role in the day-to-day financial operations of the organization. This hands-on position is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, supporting financial reporting, maintaining accurate financial records, and driving process improvements across the finance function. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting expertise, a practical problem-solving approach, and a willingness to take ownership from start to finish.

Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To

  • Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash management, and general ledger activities
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules
  • Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities
  • Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and provide recommendations to support decision-making
  • Coordinate audit, tax, and external reporting requirements
  • Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting processes
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and enhance financial reporting
  • Partner with teams across the organization to resolve financial and operational issues

Your strengths include:

  • CPA designation
  • 3+ years of experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar accounting leadership role
  • Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge
  • Experience managing full-cycle accounting and financial close processes
  • Ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions
  • Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting and financial systems
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the organization
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the "Apply" button to send your resume directly Candice Rookes.

Recruitment Partners Inc. is an Alberta-based, Alberta-focused recruitment firm. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships while securing top talent for Alberta's best employers. At the heart of our efforts is a collaborative, consultative approach. We are proud of our team of consultants, who come with practical business experience, a strong network of professional contacts, and are focused on what is best for both clients and candidates. We will facilitate the best fit between client and candidate. This means reduced turnover, enhanced employee engagement, increased productivity, customer satisfaction, and more.

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Responsibilities

The Controller/Assistant Controller oversees daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger activities. They are also responsible for leading month-end and year-end close processes and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a CPA designation and possess at least 3 years of experience in a similar accounting leadership role. Strong technical accounting knowledge, proficiency in Excel, and the ability to manage full-cycle accounting processes are required.

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Financial reporting
  • Month-end close
  • Year-end close
  • Financial statements
  • Account reconciliation
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Cash flow management
  • Internal controls
  • Excel
  • Financial systems
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Leadership

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Hiring contact

Candice Rookes

Categories

  • Finance & Accounting
  • Management & Leadership
  • Consulting

Keywords

  • Controller
  • Assistant Controller
  • CPA
  • Accounting
  • Financial Reporting
  • General Ledger
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Month-end Close
  • Year-end Close
  • Financial Statements
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Internal Controls
  • Excel
  • Financial Systems
  • Audit
  • Tax
  • Process Improvement

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