Assistant Controller

BA Blacktop is looking for an Assistant Controller to join our Accounting team at our Port Kells office!

JOB PURPOSE

The Assistant Controller provides direction and support to the Accounting Department including Accounts Payable, Receivables, Project costing, Equipment and Budgeting. The incumbent will ensure that accounting principles are followed as well as analyze financial information, prepare accurate and financial reports, statements, forecasts, and budgets. They will develop effective working relations with individuals in the parent organization as well as the management team.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership and support to the FVA accounting team to ensure correct reporting of financial information and results
• Ensure correct application and compliance with internal management rules & controls
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and reporting rules and standards
• Perform financial reporting for both internal and external use
• Assist with billings, cash management, credit and collections
• Perform monthly closing duties and analysis
• Develop, promote and maintain accounting policies (best practices) to drive continuous improvement and efficiencies
• Provide leadership, mentoring, training, and support to the FVA accounting team
• Provide assistance to managers in the budget process and ensure correct entry into the accounting system
• Ensure audit requirements are met and auditors receive all information requested
• Provide feedback to operations departments on cost performance relative to budgets

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

• Previous accounting experience & formal training that demonstrates full comprehension of accounting cycles as well as the ability to lead an accounting team
• Must possess a CPA designation or is a CPA candidate
• Experience in financial statement and/or budget preparation
• Experience with internal and /or external audits
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Ability to teach, train and share knowledge with the accounting team
• Ability to work toward and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when required
• Competence in various computer applications / programs

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in a construction environment
• Previous experience with SAP and MS Office software
• Working knowledge of Federal & Provincial tax laws and accounting standards (IFRS)

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS ON THE ROLE

Pay: $90,000 - $110,000

Location: Port Kells (Surrey, BC)

BA Blacktop, part of VINCI Construction Canada, was founded in the Province of British Columbia in 1956. We have grown to become a major general contractor and design-builder, with a progressive and multi-disciplined group of companies delivering specialized paving, concrete, milling, reclaiming and recycling services, as well as multi-span bridge construction and innovative concrete structure solutions to clients throughout British Columbia.