CONTROLLER
Location: Kelowna, BC
Position Status: CLOSED
Our Kelowna, BC client is looking to add a Controller to their team. In this role the Controller reports on the financial condition of the organization to the Owner regularly and accurately. Provides sales and expense analyses summarizing potential problem areas and opportunities for improved profitability relative to monthly and annual forecasts.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares a complete financial statement monthly according to dealership guidelines and within each manufacturer's format and time frame. Ensures that all manufacturer accounts, including warranty claims, rebates, interest protection and co-op advertising are current and accurate.
Execute all aspects of the day to day accounting requirements.
Participates in the preparation of short- and long-term financial forecasts for the dealership.
Provides department managers with detailed financial and management reports.
Maintains an effective cash management system that forecasts cash funds and makes recommendations for the profitable use of excess cash.
Directs assessment of depreciation rates to apply to capital assets.
Reviews the general ledger and scheduled accounts. Notes any unusual entries and investigates.
Ability to oversee/manage multiple locations/branches
Reviews the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with outside sources to ensure proper bank reconciliation, reserve accounts, factory payable and floor plan payable.
Ensures compliance with all applicable government finance regulations, including filing and/or maintaining of required forms, payroll taxes and deposits, income taxes, etc.
Manages the computer system to maximize utilization.
Purchases property and liability insurance.
Coordinates annual audit (or review) and physical inventory.
Attends managers meetings.
Other tasks as assigned.
REQIUREMENTS:
CPA preferred; or 3+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with accounting for multiple businesses.
Proven experience in finance management.
Good communication skills.
Strong leadership qualities.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals.
Auditing experience.
Compliance oriented.
Proficiency in accounting software.
Analytical skills.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email resume with salary expectations.
We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity however only those short-listed we be contacted.
