SweetLegs Clothing Looking for Financial Controller at Kelowna, BC Full Time

WHO WE ARE
SweetLegs is a leading Canadian-owned and operated apparel company committed to making comfortable, stylish, and confidence-inspiring clothing. We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity while promoting body-positive messaging. Self confidence is the best outfit, rock it and own it! ™

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ALL ABOUT THE ROLE*
Reporting to the CEO, the Financial Controller is responsible for the payroll, accounting and reporting functions. This role requires a talented and detail-oriented professional with the ability to work efficiently and accurately in a growing and fast-paced environment. This role is critical to building the foundation of our accounting operations to support business growth and serve as a finance partner to the senior leadership team.

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YOUR-DAY-TO-DAY DUTIES*:

• Perform and oversee day-to-day full cycle accounting functions including financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger, A/R, A/P, etc.
• Timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, taxes, and other deductions, as well as completing related reconciliations
• Prepare and analyze various weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements
• Prepare timely financial statements
• Develop, document, and implement best-in-class internal controls
• Prepare tax filings and ensure compliance with all relevant local, provincial, state and federal reporting requirements
• Review G/L and posting of the monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
• Manage all intercompany transactions
• Manage foreign exchange gain/loss calculation at month-end
• Support the annual budgeting and operating planning processes
• Manage the external audits of the interim and year-end financial statements
• Develop performance measures and monitoring systems that support the company’s strategic direction for growth
• Research, assess, and report all potential risks (and present risk mitigation strategies)

• Track all PO payments, deposits, and subsequent transactions while meeting deadlines
• Maintain relationships with external vendors and service providers eg. banks
• Liaise and issue applicable financial information to relevant parties
• Assist with inventory forecasting / ordering projections and budgeting
• Provide insight into new data and reporting strategies to support other teams

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• CPA Accounting designation preferred
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in a senior accounting or financial management role

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• Experience with Sage 50
• Experience working with multiple entities and currencies
• Process-oriented and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to establish strong professional relationships
• Self-motivated, solution driven and a positive work ethic
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams
• Results-driven and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Self motivated and able to meet tight deadlines
• Willingness to learn and grow within the position

WORK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday , 7am to 3pm

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU*

• Company covered insurance
• Extended health care coverage
• Being a part of a fun, family oriented and locally owned company
• Opportunity to work with team members who are talented and passionate about what they do
• Employee discount on all our products
• Onsite parking
• Casual dress code

We invite all interested applicants to submit their resume directly to this posting. SweetLegs wishes to thank all candidates for their interest, but only qualified applicants will be contacted. No agencies or remote workers please.

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SweetLegs is an equal opportunity employer. We believe deeply in equality and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and all other protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please indicate this in your application._

Job Type: Full-time