Assistant Financial Controller

Who We Are:

At Canco, we’re Canadian born and raised. We are an independent chain of gas stations launched in 2016. A bold alternative to big-box retailers, Canco was born from a vision to become a leading gas retailer brand. We purchase directly from major fuel refineries and terminals in Canada to ensure premium products are offered at competitive prices. Proudly local, we put people first and run our business with honesty, integrity, and excellence.

The Role:

Canco is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support key duties for the Financial Controller and Accounting Team. The right candidate will work with the team to meet the department’s goals by supporting the Financial Controller with required tasks. They will take leading in supporting the Accountants and Bookkeepers with day-to-day task.

Core Responsibilities:

- Be a key financial leader and a close partner to the Executive team

- Oversee the design and execution of financial accounting and reporting, corporate consolidation, cash management, payables, payroll, credit and collections, fixed assets and leases and the development and implementation of related systems, controls, procedures, and policies

- Lead accounting policy and ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable rules and laws and will report on and review the monthly and annual accounting results with senior leadership

- Be lead contact with the external auditor regarding the annual audit

- Inform and implement Corporate Vision & Strategy

- Set the strategic direction for the development and deployment of financial and reporting processes that ensure compliance with GAAP and mitigate risk in the company

- Assess current accounting operations and talent, offering recommendations for improvements, and implementing new processes

- Responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis by gathering input from and coordinating with various departments leads to ensure accurate financial planning and alignment with organizational goals

- Direct and oversee all aspects of the accounting and control functions of the organization producing timely and accurate monthly financial statements

- Accountable for the development, deployment, and implementation of all company methods, procedures, and practices to safeguard the assets of the enterprise and to properly reflect its financial results

- Accurate and timely interpretation of GAAP accounting standards and the accurate incorporation of such interpretations into the company’s financial records

- Oversee and control the general accounting activities for the enterprise, including recording company transactions, classifications, and reconciliation of account balances in accordance with GAAP and company policy

- Serves as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team on financial accounting, financial reporting, and other key accounting and controls matters

- Serve as a key partner to executive and senior leadership on strategic business initiative discussions by understanding and communicating the accounting and finance implications of various growth strategies and transactions

- Provide robust, reliable data with consistent definitions to present a single view of the financial and business facts to support management decisions

- In compliance with business regulations and current on the latest accounting standards

- Oversee and is accountable for planning and execution of the annual audit, through an external public accounting firm, for the enterprise

- Functions as the enterprise subject matter expert and principal point of interpretation on all matters resulting from dealings with external accountants and auditors

- Attract, develop, motivate, and manage a high-performance and high-potential team

Qualifications:

- Mid-level role

- At least 2 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in vendor management, budgeting, and financial analysis.

- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

- Ability to handle multiple projects and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

- Competitive Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 annually

- 15 days Vacation

- RRSP matching

- Health and Dental Insurance

This role is a Permanent Full-Time position at our Kelowna BC Head Office.