<p>Robert Half is looking for an Assistant Controller for mid-sized, PE backed distribution business located in South Burnaby. The first few months of the role will be providing oversight of the operational accounting and month-end close process while the Controller is off on maternity leave. Upon the return of the Controller, the duties of the Assistant Controller will shift to spend more time on Financial Planning and Analysis work. This role would report to the CFO and would like remain reporting to the CFO upon the Controller’s return.</p><p>In essence, the first stage of the position will involved about 70% operational accounting and reporting and 30% budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. For a technology savvy, individual interested in analysis work, the role would then transition to be about 70% financial planning and analysis and 30% monthly accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Duties would include, but not be limited to:</p><p><br></p><p>- Oversight of the month-end process including the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements</p><p>- Manage and review all journal entries and transactions posted to the GL</p><p>- Inventory management and analysis</p><p>- Cash management and rolling forecasts</p><p>- Financial modeling and analysis</p><p>- Acquisition analysis and integration</p><p>- Sales reporting and analysis</p><p>- Process improvements and assisting with system implementations</p><p><br></p><p>Additionally, these businesses need to sophisticate and modernize their accounting processes and systems. Working with the CFO, operational leaders, and the PE company directors, the Assistant Controller will help drive:</p><p>- Implementation of new processes and procedures</p><p>- The build out of an FP+A program including dashboards</p><p>- Analysis of how AI can be integrated into the business to help streamline processes and improve efficiencies</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a housing association in Vancouver, British Columbia in an on-site contract position. This 3-month opportunity is well suited to someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting work with changing priorities in a busy environment. The successful candidate will support core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and work closely with the Senior Accountant to keep transactions, reconciliations, and communications running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Keep financial information current by entering transactions accurately and maintaining orderly accounting records and supporting documentation.<br>• Prepare regular journal entries and assist with period-end activities, including month-end and year-end close support.<br>• Administer accounts payable by reviewing invoices, confirming approvals, arranging payments in QuickBooks Online and payment platforms, and issuing cheques when needed.<br>• Handle incoming accounts receivable activity by creating invoices, recording payments, and following up on overdue balances in a timely manner.<br>• Complete recurring reconciliations for multiple bank accounts, credit cards, deposits, and other cash activity, investigating and resolving discrepancies as they arise.<br>• Track revenue from donations, events, retail sales, rentals, and other sources to help ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Oversee the accounting inbox and respond professionally to questions from internal teams and external contacts regarding transactions and payment matters.<br>• Work with colleagues across the organization to clarify account issues, support reporting needs, and assist with evolving accounting processes and related administrative tasks.
