Assistant Controller

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Assistant Controller to join our Edmonton-based team supporting a diverse group of companies. Reporting directly to the CFO, this full‑time, in‑office role is critical to maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely reporting, and supporting day‑to‑day accounting operations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing full financial statements, conducting variance analysis, and delivering reporting that supports strategic decision‑making. This role also includes performing account reconciliations and supporting key transactional activities such as invoicing, accounts payable, payroll reconciliation, and regulatory filings.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Lead month‑end and year‑end closing processes
• Active role in ERP roll out
• Process GST returns, invoicing, and some vendor invoice processing
• Manage account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accuracy
• Support the Staff Accountant with AP, AR, payroll, and procurement functions
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support business needs
• Support a variety of special projects, including those related to banking, tax, insurance, acquisitions, and other organizational needs
• Ensure compliance with ASPE, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Maintain precision and accuracy under tight deadlines

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5–8+ years of full‑cycle accounting experience
• Solid understanding of ASPE and tax compliance
• Proficiency in accounting software (Quick Books, Odoo, Dayforce) and Microsoft Excel – experience using AI an asset
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• ERP system experience is a plus
• Effective communicator, able to present financial data clearly and confidently

Job Type: Full‑time

Salary Range: $100,000 – $110,000 annually (based on experience)