Finance Controller

Southern Plains Co-op is hiring for the position of Finance Controller based in Estevan, Saskatchewan.

**Who we are**:
Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.

Southern Plains Co-op is here to serve our members with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business; being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work and help grow the economy right here. We are your neighbors, and we make sustainable investments in the communities we share.

**What you’ll do**:
Reporting to the General Manager, the Finance Controller is a key member of the senior leadership team. The Finance Controller has responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all financial-related activities of the association. This includes direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, internal audit, compliance, equity management, deal analysis, and financing.
- Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance and Accounting functions of the Association.
- Provide leadership to the accounting and administrative team. Responsible for the talent management cycle, including recruitment, development and training, performance management, etc.
- Manage processes for financial forecasting, budgets, and reporting.
- Ensure the credibility of the association's finances by providing timely and accurate financial reports, analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.
- Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, provincial, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
- Participate in the development and continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders to identify their unit needs and seek full range of business solutions.
- Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
- Prepare financial reports and/or presentations for the Board as guided by the GM.

**Why Co-op**:
Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed, and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Hear from the General Manager, Brian Enns, “At Southern Plains Co-op, we are a growing and dynamic organization serving several communities in southeast Saskatchewan. We value our team members and provide ongoing training and development for future opportunities. We pride ourselves in giving back to our communities and supporting other local businesses.”

**Who you are**:
A recognized leader with
- Degree or Diploma with a preference for Business, Finance, or Accounting. Professional accounting designation will be an advantage.
- 5 - 8 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance is required; with at least 4 years at a leadership level.
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involving strategic planning, resource allocation, and financial planning.
- Knowledge of laws, government regulations, agency rules, banking, taxation, insurance, and Canadian Revenue Agency compliance rules.
- Skilled and proficient with the use of office software (Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.), accounting and financial analysis software.
- Ability to build and foster effective business relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors, and other departments within the organization.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to formulate and deliver ideas and material clearly and concisely.

**What we offer**:

- A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base salary, excellent benefits including matched pension contributions, and a bonus plan. We also offer a relocation package.
- We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop. We foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Estevan, SK S4A 2A7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-08-31
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