Controller/head of Accounting

6 months ago


Victoria, Canada Clipper Navigation, Ltd. (Victoria Clipper, San Juan Clipper) Full time

**Position Overview**:
The Controller/Head of Accounting reports directly to the Director of Finance & IT and is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. Responsibilities include daily and monthly accounting functions, annual audit work, compliance reporting, general ledger oversight, cash management, revenue recognition, and the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial success of our growing organization while enjoying the perks of working in Victoria, B.C.

**Job Duties**:

- Take ownership of the Accounting department, including strategy, budget, staffing, setting and implementing standards
- Supervise and mentor the Accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
- Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to the team to ensure their professional development and success
- Responsible for the accurate, timely creation, and dissemination of financial statements and related management reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Coordinate and manage the annual external audit process, ensuring timely completion and resolution of audit findings
- Manage banking relationships, including cash management with multiple currencies
- Communicate effectively with colleagues at German headquarters and other group companies in European time zone
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as operations and human resources, to optimize processes and achieve organizational goals
- Oversee the activities of the department ensuring the accurate and timely processing of accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit card expense, employee expense reports, cash control, payroll processing, petty cash, and corporate payroll tax compliance
- Ensure that the financial statements are reconciled, supported and properly reviewed monthly
- Approve wire and ACH payments
- Responsible for all local, state and federal government reporting requirements and monthly and quarterly tax filings
- Develop and implement effective financial controls, procedures, and accounting policies to maintain compliance and strengthen internal controls
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows
- Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices, and implement necessary adjustments
- Partner with Director of Finance and IT to analyze monthly, quarterly and annual results

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Experience in managing a team
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Solid US GAAP knowledge and strong technical accounting skills required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality
- Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on management capacity
- Demonstrated experience in project management with proven ability to lead multiple projects forward and effectively leverage available resources to drive results
- PC proficiency: Strong Microsoft suite skills, with exceptional skills in Excel
- Excellent fluent English language skills (speaking, reading, writing)

**Education & Experience**:

- CPA required, MBA or related Master’s degree preferred
- BA or BS in Accounting or Finance
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 2-4 years in financial leadership role
- SAP or other large ERP system experience preferred
- Experience in the travel/hospitality industry helpful, but not required
- Experience with internal controls, SOX, or related experience helpful, but not required

**Job Type**: Full Time, 40 Hours per week

**Salary**: $120,000 - $150,000 CAD per year depending on experience

**Benefits**:

- Extended Health Care Insurance
- Dental Care
- Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- RRSP Participation & Employer Match
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Leave

**Physical setting**:Office 4 days per week minimum with 1 optional day remote

**Ability to commute/relocate**:Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work to Victoria, BC V8V 2G6

**Schedule**:Monday to Friday

**Travel**:Ability to travel to US and regular travel to Seattle required

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $120,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Can you travel to the US on a regular basis?
- Do you have experience in cross border work?
- Do you live in Victoria, or are can you commit to relocate to Victoria immediately?
- How many years of exper



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