Controller - Edmonton, Canada - Williams Engineering Canada Inc

Williams Engineering Canada Inc

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At Williams Engineering Canada, we brighten the lives of people in our community.

Knowing what we do reaches beyond a single project, we believe it's not only our responsibility but our core purpose to engineer cities that are safe, inclusive, and resilient.

We believe in the value of shared knowledge to better consult, create, and encourage diverse perspectives, to provide innovative solutions across the busiest cities and the most remote regions of Western and Northern Canada.

We recognize that our people do much more than engineer solutions and solve our clients' greatest challenges; they have the opportunity to impact the communities in which they live, work, and build relationships in.

In order to make a positive impact on our communities, we must start by positively impacting our own people. To us, this means providing fair compensation, training, advancement opportunities, and an open-door team environment.

This also means maintaining a healthy work-life balance, which is why we offer a flexible work environment to support the unique and busy lives that our people lead.

There are many reasons why remote working helps people have more control over their work and balance their lives, that's why at Williams Engineering, we believe a remote work strategy makes business sense and helps us achieve our purpose of brightening the lives of people in our communities by reducing our carbon footprint.

We operate on a fully remote option for any teammate who wants to when deemed appropriate by their manager.

If you join us, you have an opportunity to be a part of the impact that we create.

We are looking for teammates who want to have an impact on the community though their work and are interested in taking on initiative to live out your Purpose though your work every day.

Reports to:
Director, Finance & Operational Analytics

Based at:
Corporate Office (Edmonton)

Position Purpose:
Coordinate financial needs and requirements with the Vice President, Finance to assure compatibility with overall company objectives. This is a temporary Maternity Leave coverage position for 12 months with the possibility of extension.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Responsible for overseeing the entire monthly accounting cycle including AR, AP, billing, bank reconciliations and payroll
Review of monthly general ledger and journal entries; and preparation of monthly financial statements and notes
Regular monitoring the inputs and outputs affecting company cash flow; and preparation of cash flow forecast on a weekly and monthly basis.
Work closely with external auditors to ensure yearend financial reviews are completed in an effective and efficient manner
Ensure that appropriate internal controls are in place to minimize risk exposure to the company, review controls on a regular basis and ensure that internal controls are in effect and implemented at all level within the company
Work with senior leadership team to develop and monitor additional internal control systems
Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance
Review of existing business processes and identify opportunities for improvements that promote effective and efficient workflow
Develop effective annual budget models for the entire company and each branch, support senior and regional leadership team to set budget goals and ensure they're followed.
Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance
Hiring, training and retaining skilled accounting staff
Stay abreast of financial related practices, trends, computer/software advances, political or regulatory activities, and competitive or economic changes which may affect the ability of their team to meet objectives.
Perpetuate, clarify, and embody WEC Purpose and Core Values
Teammates are required to adhere to the company policies and guidelines as well as the company and client safety policies and practices in effect at any given time

Qualifications and Experience:

Postsecondary diploma or degree in accounting/finance
Recognized professional accounting designation (CMA, CGA, CA)
A minimum of 10 years financial accounting experience in a corporate environment
Experience in a multibranch environment, preferably in the industrial construction industry
Excellent knowledge of financial accounting principles and concepts
Experience with ERP implementation

Skills and Capabilities:

Interpersonal skills necessary to train others in performing key financial activities and supervise their work
Team working ability to enable effective interaction with and motivation of other team members, including peers
Ability to set and meet deadlines including a strong ability to manage multiple tasks to completion
Excellent interpersonal skills; a person who listens well, respects diversity of opinions and has an open, clear and succinct communication style
Effective organizational and time m