Controller

Job Description

Noel Asmar Group (NAG) is a women-owned and founder-led company established in 2002. Rooted in the idea that professional apparel should be 'Made For the Way You Move', the brand brings a fresh, fashion-forward, and functional approach to dressing health and wellness professionals. Receiving industry awards and accolades for stepping out of the box, its sustainability impact, innovation, and size inclusivity for the past 20 years. At NAG, we bring together collaborative people in a culture of mutual respect, accountability, and passion for the brand and products. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and are proud to hire and develop the best people.

THE POSITION

The Noel Asmar Group is seeking a talented Controller with extensive hands-on experience, a growth mindset, and a results-driven approach. In this role, the successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to receive coaching, mentoring, and collaborate closely with a highly experienced leader who brings expertise from both public and private practice. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller will lead all aspects of financial management, accounting, and reporting for the organization, while also managing the accounting team. The ideal candidate should aspire to grow into a CFO role, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development and continuous learning. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization's growth trajectory.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the accounting department and all accounting operational functions, including banking, eCommerce, inventory, A/P, A/R, and payroll.
• Lead the accounting team and fosters their professional development.
• Continuously evaluate financial processes and suggest improvements to streamline workflows, increase efficiency, and enhance accuracy.

Financial Reporting and Controls: 

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Provide insights into financial performance, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Implement and maintain strong financial controls within the accounting department. Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, and accounting standards.
• Coordinate year-end audit process, including preparation of working papers, schedules, analyses, and other required documentation.

Financial Planning and Analysis: 

• Collaborate with executive team to develop budgets and forecasts. Monitor actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior year, identifying any variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Analyze product, distribution, shipping, and customer acquisition costs. Identifies opportunities to optimize costs without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with other departments, including operations, marketing, and customer service, to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Work with CFO and management team on strategic / ad hoc

Treasury, tax and working capital management: 

• Manage payment gateways, refunds, and chargebacks. Monitor transactions to detect and prevent fraudulent activities.
• Oversee inventory tracking and valuation processes for products. Reconcile inventory records with sales data and manage inventory cycle counts.
• Provide regular cash flow forecast and updates.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations related to sales transactions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business,
• CPA designation
• Proven experience (7+ years) of progressive experience in eCommerce finance in a leadership capacity.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Solid understanding and experience in eCommerce operations for a wholesale business, including inventory management, payment processing, and online sales channels.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (ERP, Excel, Power BI).
• Experience with US Sales tax and Avalera preferred.
• Understanding of the apparel industry
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

WORKING AT NOEL ASMAR GROUP

At NAG we value

• YOU: We believe in collaboration. We believe in giving you the opportunity to pitch your own ideas and explore your inner-entrepreneur.
• Open communication and Emotional Intelligence: Listening to others and taking multiple perspectives into consideration when making decisions.
• Loving what you do:  Always seeking to learn more and keeping abreast of latest trends.
• Innovation: Continuously seeking solutions, never settling for the status-quo.
• Teamwork: True team player, working hard, sharing our common goals, and having fun doing it.
• Willingness to learn: Comfortable with testing and learning, with developing and improving.
• Focus: At ease managing a fast-paced workload, efficiently and effectively 
• Courage: A self-starter, able to dive into the work without fear of making a mistake.
• Versatility: Being flexible and able to adjust and adapt to an ever-changing environment.
• Resourceful: Thirsty for knowledge and ready to step out of the box in figuring things out.

BENEFITS

What we offer

• Extended Medical & Dental benefits with a wellness focus
• Group RSP Matching Program
• Staff discounts on products & accessories
• A knowledgeable and high achieving team
• A workplace where you can have an impact
• Hybrid workplace - flexible work-from-home with occasional in-office days

This is a remote position, and you must be able to work PST hours.

Applicants must be permanent residents of Canada at the time of application.

If you are you interested in the position, please submit your resume AND a cover letter explaining why you think there's a good fit between us. 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Location

Winnipeg, Manitoba (Remote)

Department

Accounting

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Executive