Work With Us - Mill Bay

THIS POSITION IS AT OUR COBBLE HILL  LOCATION

Who We Are

Arbutus RV is a dynamic, customer and employee-focused organization offering a wide selection of new and used RVs, along with top-notch service and accessories. We are a family-owned business and the largest RV dealer on Vancouver Island, thanks to our dedication to our employees, our clients and our passion for our product. At Arbutus RV, we pride ourselves on fostering a work environment where every team member feels valued and inspired.

We have a rare opportunity for a Controller to join our team. We are looking for an inspirational team leader with a strong accounting background to fill this senior position. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller works closely with the CFO, the Assistant Controller and IT and oversees the accounting activities across all our locations. The Controller supervises a team of seven, leading continuous improvement and efficiency in our accounting operations.

If you enjoy working with a dynamic team of enthusiastic individuals where positivity thrives, have a proactive mindset and relish getting things done right and on time, this could be your opportunity!

Some work-from-home flexibility available. Relocation assistance may be available within 500 km.

What We Offer

• Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 per year
• Career growth potential
• A comprehensive benefits package that addresses our staff’s overall well-being and includes dental, extended healthcare, life insurance
• A healthcare spending account
• RRSP match
• Employee discounts on all our products and services – and there’s more!

Need extra time off? We’re family-owned and recognize the importance of supporting families, so we have a generous unpaid time off policy in addition to regular paid vacations. We have monthly celebrations for staff in each of our locations, annual staff appreciation events for everyone, and we are closed between Christmas and New Year’s to give our staff time to be with their families.

Who You Are

You are meticulous with detailed work while upholding the highest standards of ethical behaviour. You are the one whose desk is always tidy - your work habits are beyond compare! Your organizational skills ensure that you easily manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

You are a great people-person with solid leadership skills. You can navigate interpersonal dynamics and foster positive relationships, communicating with tact, sensitivity and clarity. You prioritize finding solutions over placing blame and are committed to taking responsibility for your work and your team’s.

Essential Job Functions

 

1. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly and annual comparative financial statements, including balance sheets, income, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of and compliance with government reporting relating to tax returns, excluding corporate tax.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with appropriate standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc financial reports to stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations for business growth and improvement.

 

2. Accounting Operations:

• Supervise daily accounting operations, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, and payroll processing.
• Work collaboratively with the CFO to prepare the annual budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations to ensure reporting accuracy.
• Conduct month-end and year-end close processes.
• Daily monitoring of cash flow to ensure excess cash is appropriately utilized.
• Constant monitoring for efficiencies.

 

3. Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of seven, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Apply knowledge of processes and software to assist staff in troubleshooting complex transactions.
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

 

4. Software Troubleshooting and Optimization:

• Manage the accounting software systems, ensuring they function accurately, efficiently and effectively.
• Troubleshoot software-related issues and liaise with IT support.
• Identify opportunities for software enhancements and recommend upgrades to improve system performance and minimize IT costs.

 

5. Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Maintain internal control policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor effective internal control systems.

 

Qualifications

 

1. Education/Professional Certification

• CPA or CMA designation preferred

 

2. Work Experience and Knowledge

• 3 to 5 years of progressive accounting experience mandatory
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or managerial role mandatory
• Proficient in ERP proprietary software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and optimizing accounting software systems
• Experience in the RV, automotive, powersport or similar retail industry is a plus

 

3. Skills

• Strong leadership skills – able to coach and inspire positive, high-performing teams
• Must be able to communicate with tact and diplomacy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to complete a high volume of detailed work accurately and on deadline

 

 

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