Reports To
The position reports to the CFO.

Job Summary
The Financial Controller is responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial operations across a diversified group of entities, including not-for-profit, holding, and operating companies in Canada and the United States. This role leads all day‑to‑day accounting, financial reporting, and financial planning processes, ensuring strong controls, consistent practices, and reliable information to support decision‑making and organizational growth. The Controller partners closely with the CFO to translate strategic direction into effective financial execution.

Job Duties

Lead and manage month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes across all entities

Prepare and consolidate financial statements

Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reporting

Deliver variance analysis and insights to support leadership decision‑making

Oversee all accounting functions (GL, AP, AR)

Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations across entities

Standardize accounting policies and procedures across the organization

Ensure consistent application of accounting practices

Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes across all business units

Collaborate and support functional business leaders with reporting, data and information

Develop and maintain financial models supporting planning activities





Monitor performance against budget and provide regular variance reporting

Ensure financial plans align with strategic priorities set by the CFO and management team

Coordinate tax filings and compliance requirements across Canada and the United States

Support external audits and regulatory requirements, including not‑for‑profit considerations

Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial policies

Support risk management processes in partnership with the CFO

Own and optimize day‑to‑day use of ERP and financial systems

Ensure financial data integrity across systems

Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability

Ensure consistency and reliability of financial and operational data

Mentor and support development of finance team members (if applicable)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; CPA required

5–10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience

Experience with multi‑entity organizations; cross‑border exposure (Canada/US) is an asset

Strong understanding of financial reporting, controls, and compliance

Advanced Excel and ERP/system experience

High attention to detail with robust organizational and process discipline

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

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📌 Financial Controller (British Columbia)
🏢 WestGen
📍 British Columbia