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Without the strength of the Financial and Accounting team here at Kingston Ross Pasnak LLP, we wouldn’t be able to offer the leading service we’re known for in the industry. We’re seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to contribute to our operations and join a high-performing team.
Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the Assistant Controller is expected to operate with the highest level of confidentiality and must be an expert in financial procedures. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, this person will streamline our budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting processes. The controller will produce thorough financial-status reports to support the COO, Partners, and Executives.
Core Responsibilities
- Complete full-cycle accounting, including administration of accounts payable, accounts receivables, and invoicing
- Administer all aspects of the payroll function including preparing T4, T4A annual reporting, and Records of Employment
- Maintain internal safeguards for revenue receipts, costs, and team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures
- In coordination with the COO, produce financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring, and reporting standards on biweekly, monthly, and annual basis
- Record all business transactions, process accruals and adjustments, reconcile accounts and prepare monthly accounting statements
- Uphold consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, adhering to federal and provincial legal standards while remaining knowledgeable of proposed legislation
- Enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows
- Perform the payroll function for all personnel, including taxable benefits, T4’s, employee benefits, and semi-monthly payroll remittances
- Administer and process expense exports
- Review and present monthly management reports for various stakeholders for Partners, Executives, and Managers
Qualifications:
- Degree or diploma in finance, accounting or business
- Experience in full cycle accounting and payroll
- 3 to 7 years’ experience working with in a relevant financial position or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Understanding of CRA compliance filings, T2, GST, and partnership returns is an asset
- CPA or a PCP designation is an asset, but not required
- Experience compiling and interpreting data, budgets and statistical analysis
- Experience developing and preparing a variety of written reports, analysis, forecasting and presentations in accordance with COO directives or regulatory guidelines
- Previous experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is an asset
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency managing a time and billing database system
Characteristics
- A humble, collaborative, team player, who puts ‘we’ before ‘me’
- An ethical and diligent individual, but with a fresh perspective to accounting practices
- A professional who leads with respect and reliability
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity within a diverse and modern workforce
Compensation Package
· A total rewards package, including above market salary, paid-time-off, and annual bonus
· 100% employer match on medical and dental benefits
· Health Spending Account
· On-site fitness center
· RESP program
· Tuition reimbursement and professional development
· A flexible and remote working model
· A unique opportunity to build, grow, and leave your impact on a local firm
We believe that diverse teams perform better and that fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of growing a successful team. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $81,711.22-$102,771.91 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB
