Glacier FarmMedia Hiring for Assistant Controller Job at Winnipeg

Job purpose

Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller is responsible for financial operations & systems, month-end and general financial support for each Business Unit at Glacier Farm Media.

Duties and responsibilities

• Review and prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliation, investigating and correction of discrepancies
• Work with IT on system upgrades, new implementation projects and applying best practices across the Company
• Manage internal and external audit requests
• Manage, monitor and streamline accounting operations, including A/R, A/P, accounting and financial reporting
• Partner with leaders across the organization to support operations through financial and non-financial analyses, contract review, pricing initiatives and market insights
• Support the parent company’s (Glacier Media Group) accounting, financial reporting and tax functions
• Support compliance and other regulatory requirements associated with government and non-government agencies
• Support preparation of monthly financial reports, including ad hoc reporting
• Draft and review technical accounting memorandums in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards
• Participate in confidential budget planning, financial forecasting, and implementation
• Enforce financial policies and make recommendations for improvements
• Coordinate an effective, efficient and timely month-end close process, including ownership of the general ledger, preparation of variance analysis and other relevant reporting insights
• Execute on key initiatives outlined on the finance roadmap
• Manage, support and mentor accounting staff

Key attributes, strengths and qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience
• CPA designation is an asset
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing a team
• Ability to overcome complex financial situations and challenges
• Broad knowledge of accounting principles and best practices
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organizational and time management skills
• Strong computer skills with advanced working knowledge of Excel and ERP systems
• Strong business sense and demonstrated ability to understand business needs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to identify and improve processes to drive efficiencies
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment
• Experience in the agricultural industry an asset

Working Conditions

• Hybrid environment
• Some travel to farm shows and events required (once a year)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Winnipeg, MB