<p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Controller is responsible for the set-up and enhancement of all aspect of financial related processes, systems and initiatives for US operations; ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and provide strategic financial guidance to support the scaleup and overall success of business in US.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Major Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Accounting Operation and Control</p><ul><li>Responsible for the set up and implementation of financial structures and processes.</li><li>Responsible for the end-to-end financial accounting activities related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed asset and inventory management, general ledgers, LC, DP, accounts creation and petty cash, etc.</li><li>Oversee general accounting and month-end close process including journal entry preparation, general ledger account reconciliation and analysis.</li><li>Work closely with T&amp;T Canada teams and LCL teams to develop polices, processes and controls to safeguard company assets, ensure accurate financial reporting, ensure the company complies with regulations, standards, and US Financial standards.</li><li>Work closely with LCL/GWL treasury team on fund flow set up and movement.</li><li>Function as a liaison with internal/external financial auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.</li></ul><p>Statutory Compliance</p><ul><li>Responsible for US sales and use tax set up and review and oversee the filing process.</li><li>Prepare financial and compliance related reports required by internal / external auditors, regulatory authorities, and business partners.</li><li>Assist LCL/GWL tax team in the preparation of Annual submission of tax packages.</li></ul><p>People Management</p><ul><li>Lead and provide guidance to the US Accounting team.</li><li>Guide and cultivate individual and team development.</li><li>Participate in or lead ad-hoc projects, analyses, and assignments, as required.</li></ul>

<p><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce, along with a professional accounting designation such as CPA.</li><li>Have a minimum of 5 years of senior management experience in an accounting department, supervising at least 5 employees.</li><li>Demonstrate strong business acumen, preferably in the retail industry, including the ability to analyze strategic requirements, create innovative solutions, and execute action plans.</li><li>Exhibit a strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and IRS taxation requirements.</li><li>Possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with tactfulness in dealing with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Display strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and policy design skills.</li><li>Demonstrate confidence in delivering presentations and facilitating discussions, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Be hands-on, detail-oriented, inquisitive, and demonstrate professional curiosity.</li><li>Be flexible to work overtime when necessary.</li><li>Have advanced Excel skills, including familiarity with macros and pivot tables for analyzing large volumes of data.</li><li>Be fluent in written and spoken English.</li><li>The ability to communicate in Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) is considered an asset.</li><li>Be flexible and willing to travel within North America.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If this sounds like the role is for you, please apply today! Please reference job number 05060-0013168833 in all correspondence.</p>

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