Assistant Controller

Job Description

<p><p><b>Assistant Controller </b> </p> </p> <p>Employment Type </p> <p>Permanent </p> <p>Location </p> <p>Vancouver, British Columbia </p> Apply SHARE THIS JOB <br/> <p><p><b>Job Description: </b> </p> </p> <p>Another Mason Group exclusive! Are you energized by the idea of using your amazing accounting & people skills within a highly regarded organization whose brand is truly one you will be proud of? An exciting period of change for our Vancouver client has created the opportunity for us to find a personable change-agent and technically strong CPA for this Assistant Controller role. </p> <p>As a key member of this dynamic head office group, this role will work strategically with all lines of business while supporting the Controller as a key contributor to the financial reporting function. You will also lead & mentor a small team of CPA’s and CPA Students and help them grow and excel in their careers. From a technical perspective, experience with fund accounting and reporting for restricted contributions will make you a great fit for this role. </p> <p>Equally important, our client is looking for someone who loves to ‘tell the story’ and get buy-in from various internal stakeholders for the financial and management reports you deliver. You know how to read the room and communicate appropriately while demonstrating the value-add of any new initiative. </p> <p>This is a very exciting opportunity to join one of British Columbia’s most well known, highly regarded, and evolving organizations! You will have the chance to make the role your own and be involved in everything from identifying opportunities for improvements to having a seat at the table, providing your valuable insights and collaborating with a group of people who are energetic, fun and extremely passionate about their cause (as you will be). </p> <p>Our client offers a highly sought-after hybrid work culture with great work-life balance, flexibility and no-email weekends, all while being part of a team of really caring, humble and dedicated people. Please apply quickly if you wish to be considered as this opportunity will not be available for long! </p> <p>TMGVC </p> <p><p><b>Job Requirements: </b> </p> </p> <li>A Canadian CPA designation is required. </li> <li>Solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices, ideally including those appropriate for a non-profit. </li> <li>Experience with fund accounting and reporting for restricted contributions. </li> <li>3+ years of experience in a financial reporting function. </li> <li>2+ years of experience mentoring a team of 2 or more accounting staff, ideally including CPA students pursing their designations. </li> <li>5+ years of total experience in an accounting capacity. </li> <li>Experience communicating with an audience across multiple departments within a company a differentiator. </li> <li>Detail oriented, highly adaptable, self-motivated and personable. </li> <li>A passionate change agent. </li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required along with a high degree of business acumen. </li> <li>The ability to deal respectfully with all people and situations with honesty and integrity. </li> Apply