Controller - Nanaimo, Canada - VIFC
Description
About Vancouver Island Ferry Company (VIFC)
We're the Vancouver Island Ferry Company, a modern Canadian ferry company transforming how we travel in British Columbia.
It's all about being an easier, faster, and more modern ferry experience. VIFC will provide service between downtown Nanaimo and downtown Vancouver.
We're talking comfortable and reliable sailings in around 70 minutes, a seamless booking process complete with reservable seats, and refreshments that will be just that fresh.
Say goodbye to the biggest pain points of travel and be ready to be welcomed aboard with a smile and a "hello".
VIFC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in our organization.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and any other category protected under applicable law.
We welcome all qualified applicants who contribute to the further diversification of ideas.The VIFC Culture
We are obsessed with the customer experience We aim to raise the bar in everything we do and will encourage employees to innovate and never settle for the status quo.
From top to bottom, each member of the VIFC team will be engaged across the company and even get direct experience on the vessels.
About the Role
We are looking for a driven and dynamic accounting leader to join and help shape the future of VIFC.
Reporting to the CEO, the Controller will undertake all aspects of the accounting cash cycle, including cash management, budgeting, and accounts receivables/payable, as well as development of internal control policies, systems, and procedures.
The Controller will play a highly visible and integral role in the development and growth of VIFC. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to deliver high-value work within a small and agile leadership team.Responsibilities
- Manage all cash management and accounting operations, including billing, payroll, A/R, A/P, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and financial reporting
- Assist in the annual budget process and monitor performance against budgets
- Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements for the executive team and the board
- Monitor, forecast and coordinate all cash management functions to manage the working capital of the business
- Lead and oversee the annual financial audit
- Advise on strategies to maintain and improve the financial health of the organization
- Conduct meaningful and proactive analysis to improve key business decisions
- Oversee the growth of the financial function as the business grows, responsible for managing the financial team
We're Here for You
We get it - sometimes things happen in life that you can't control.
At VIFC, people are our greatest asset, and we want to support you and those you care about beyond the paycheque.
That's why we've created a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program to promote your physical and mental well-being so you can perform at your best.
Better yet, it's flexible since one size doesn't fit all- 100% VIFCpaid premiums
- A robust, flexible health spending account use it for additional health coverage should you need it and/or to support your personal wellness (like paying for your gym membership, sporting equipment, or activity classes)
- Don't have a family doctor? No worries we offer 24/7 virtual access to doctors or nurse practitioners to get medical advice or a prescription
- VIFC contributions to your RRSP
What We're Looking For
- Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field
- Professional accounting certification (CMA, CA, or CPA)
- Minimum of 57 years of proven accounting experience
- Payroll tax experience
- An interest and ability to work in a startup culture
- Advanced MS Office skills including data extraction and financial modelling
- Experienced with integrated financial software packages (ERP) and a passion for technology
- Process oriented and obsessive over details you take pride in knowing all the details and ensuring accuracy
- Solutions focused mindset with a desire to improve processes
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