Controller

Location: Downtown Vancouver (Fully On-Site) Language: Strong written and verbal English communication skills Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: $135,000 to $185,000 annually, plus performance-based bonus potential
About the Opportunity Are you a hands-on financial leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment? We're looking for a Financial Controller to join a publicly traded, direct-to-consumer retail organization transforming how customers access everyday products and services across North America.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, you'll lead a talented accounting team, oversee financial reporting across Canadian and US operations, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information. This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise, people leadership, and process improvement while helping build a finance function ready for its next stage of growth.
Whats In It for You
Competitive annual salary of $135,000 - 185,000, plus performance-based bonus potential
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Employee Share Purchase Plan and retirement savings benefits
On-site gym, company-paid lunches, and employee product discounts
A collaborative, high-ownership culture with opportunities to influence decisions, mentor others, and drive meaningful improvements
Your Responsibilities
You'll lead, coach, and develop a team of three accounting professionals, building accountability and supporting professional growth.
You'll oversee monthly and quarterly closes, multi-entity consolidations, IFRS reporting, and financial statement preparation across Canadian and US operations.
You'll strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, reconciliations, and audit readiness across key financial processes.
You'll coordinate annual audits and quarterly reviews while supporting MD&A, public filings, and executive reporting.
You'll oversee cross-border tax compliance, inventory and cost accounting, payroll reviews, and equity plan administration.
You'll partner with senior leadership and Operations on financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decisions.
You'll champion automation, process improvements, and scalable financial systems.
Skills and Qualifications
9+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or audit experience, with a CPA designation and demonstrated people leadership.
Advanced IFRS expertise and public company reporting experience, including audited financial statements, MD&A, and TSX or equivalent requirements.
Strong multi-entity consolidation, USD/CAD reporting, intercompany accounting, and Canadian and US tax knowledge.
Experience strengthening internal controls, accounting policies, inventory costing, and retail or manufacturing accounting.
Excellent communication, technical judgment, and stakeholder management skills.
Public accounting, e-commerce, direct-to-consumer, or high-growth retail experience is an asset.
Familiarity with NetSuite, Shopify, or similar systems, along with a continuous improvement mindset.
Note from the Hiring Manager"We're looking for someone who takes ownership, knows the numbers inside and out, and genuinely enjoys developing people. You'll have the opportunity to strengthen how we operate, bring forward new ideas, and help build a finance team that grows with the business."
We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
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