Controller

Based in Richmond, our client is an established retailer that has been in business for the past 10 years. They are currently looking to add a Financial Controller to their team. The ideal candidate will be a designated CPA with 7+ years of relevant experience.

ABOUT THE POSITION
Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will be responsible for managing a team of 3+ accountants, some of the duties include but aren’t limited to:

• Oversee the full accounting cycle including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory accounting, general ledger maintenance, and cash management.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Establish and implement financial systems, processes, and reporting structures for U.S. operations.
• Work in collaboration with internal and external auditors and support annual audit processes.
• Coordinate with treasury teams to manage fund flow structures and cash movement.
• Partner with teams in Canada and other global offices to develop and maintain effective accounting policies, internal controls, and operational procedures.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of financial and regulatory reports required by auditors, authorities, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee the implementation and ongoing management of U.S. sales and use tax processes.
• Support the corporate tax team with annual tax reporting and related documentation.
• Provide leadership and direction to the U.S. accounting team.
• Ad hoc project as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of accounting experience
• CPA designation is an asset.
• Retail accounting experience.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); Mandarin and/or Cantonese is an asset.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary: $150,000 to $180,000
• 3 to 4 weeks’ vacation
• Extended health and dental
• Discretionary bonus

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