Financial Controller

 
Financial Controller Campbell River, BC)
 
Cermaq Canada is currently looking to fill the full-time position of a Financial Controller to join our Finance team at our Campbell River office. If you enjoy detail-oriented work, a fast-paced environment, and accounting processes then we want to hear from you
 
Cermaq is an international salmon farming company, which prides itself on playing a leadership role in the global sector. We have a team of more than 3500 employees across Chile, Canada and Norway. A committed team that is proud to grow nutritious seafood for a competitive global market. At Cermaq, you become part of a meaningful and consistently developing workplace. We offer a wide range of job opportunities where you will be able to grow and learn in a rapidly advancing and dynamic sector. We support our employees' personal development and make it possible for you to realize new ideas and initiatives. Our culture is informal and dedicated. We are smart people in rubber boots. We care for each other, for the environment and for our communities.
 
Reporting to the Finance Director, this position contributes to the strategic mandate of the organization by providing leadership and direction to the financial functions for the analysis and reporting of operations.
 
Primary Job Duties:

Lead the department through decisions that could impact service levels at a regional level yet are beneficial to the company-wide operations that minimize risk to supply and maximize profit
Manage the budget function, monthly costing and forecasting for timely and accurate reporting
Support the analysis of budgets in all areas of the company for contribution to the final monthly reporting
Supervise and participate in the preparation of the worksheets, budget, month end and forecast for the corporate financials that are presented to Group, the Board of Directors and the Cermaq Central Management Team
Manage the reporting out of departmental costing for a timely and accurate reporting out using BI reports
Monitor and control the payments processed for commitment to our timelines 
Support the Director with any analysis required on our operations or projects
Support the management team with strategic initiatives and cost efficiency projects
Prepare financial statements for review by the Finance Director and Managing Director and report to our international head office
Be responsible for corporate tax filings and liase with corporate tax consultants and internal/external auditors
Preparing ad hoc reports as required for local management and global head office
Leads the team being mindful of the core values and leadership principles that guide all employees at Cermaq

Education, Experience and Skills

CPA designation or a combination of education and experience
Minimum of four years experience in a similar role with a multi-national or similarly sized organization
Prior experience working with budgets and results analysis
Proven interpersonal and communications skills that drives results

Position Details:

This is a full-time position based out of the Campbell River Head Office and works Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with some flexibility required.
Some regional travel may be required.
A competitive starting salary of $95,000.00/ annum, and a corporate bonus program. 
Eligible for benefits upon hire including extended health, dental, and vision care, AD&D insurance; life and dependent insurance, and long-term disability insurance. RRSP matching available after 3-month probation completed.
Vacation pay is accrued at a rate of 6% (3 weeks) per year

Special Requirements

Capable of car and plane travel
Only applicants who are legally allowed to work in Canada will be considered

How to Apply:
If you have these qualifications, please email your resume and cover letter stating "Financial Controller" in the subject line, to: or apply via Indeed.

Cermaq Canada is an equal opportunities employer who provides a workplace that is free of discrimination.
 
Cermaq Canada has a progressive view of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. Although wholly committed to hire the best candidate available, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples for this role.
 
We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 

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