About Us
Enkel is a cloud-based accounting and financial operations firm serving 300+ Canadian businesses and not-for-profits. Our mission is straightforward: deliver accurate, timely, and decision-ready financials so our clients can build stronger organizations.

We believe great financial reporting should do more than check compliance boxes. It should help leaders make better decisions, grow their organizations, and create meaningful impact.

Our team moves fast, embraces technology, and constantly pushes the bar higher for financial clarity and client service. If you care deeply about using financial data to drive real-world decisions, you will fit right in.

About The Role
This is not a traditional Controller role.

We are seeking a Controller, Strategic Accounts to act as the embedded, in-house financial leader for a select group of 5 to 10 larger, more complex clients.

In this role, you will operate as your clients’ de facto Controller, owning their finance function end-to-end and partnering directly with founders, executive teams, and non-profit leaders on how they run and grow their organizations.

This is a depth over breadth role. Rather than managing a high-volume portfolio, you will work closely with a small number of organizations where context, continuity, and judgment matter. You will be expected to go beyond reporting by bringing insight, challenging assumptions, and helping leaders make better financial decisions.

Alongside your client work, you will support and elevate our internal team, ensuring that execution matches the level of strategic insight you bring.

This role is designed for Controllers who want to move beyond oversight and operate as a true financial partner, with meaningful influence on how organizations plan, operate, and grow.

Key Responsibilities & Goals
Embedded Financial Leadership

Act as the in-house Controller for a portfolio of 5 to 10 complex clients

Own the full finance function, from reporting to planning and decision support





Lead monthly and quarterly financial discussions with executive teams

Translate financial data into clear insights that drive decisions

Support cash flow management, budgeting, and forward-looking financial planning

Partner with leadership on key decisions, including growth, hiring, and resource allocation

Guide clients through year-end processes, audits, and complex transactions

Identify risks early and proactively recommend corrective action

Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives

Lead high-impact financial projects across your client portfolio, such as:

Financial model development and rebuilds

System implementations and process transformations

Board and investor reporting enhancements

Scaling finance functions for growing organizations

Supporting fundraising, audits, or major organizational changes

Bring structure and clarity to ambiguous or complex financial situations

Step into critical moments where strong financial leadership is required

Operational & Quality Oversight

Review and approve financial statements to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance

Oversee full-cycle accounting and complex journal entries

Maintain 95%+ file quality standards across your portfolio

Ensure 100% on-time sales tax filings including GST, HST, PST, and PSB

Conduct internal quality reviews and identify opportunities to improve processes and outputs

Team Leadership & Enablement

Lead and mentor a team of bookkeepers and senior accountants supporting your clients

Provide coaching, technical guidance, and structured feedback





Act as a senior escalation point for complex accounting issues

Drive accountability and continuously raise the bar on delivery quality

Support the development and growth of team members

Client Partnership & Trust

Build deep, trusted relationships with founders, executive teams, and non-profit leaders

Participate in leadership and board-level financial discussions

Act as the primary financial point of contact for your clients

Respond to client communication within one business day

Resolve issues quickly, thoughtfully, and with strong judgment

Identify opportunities where Enkel can provide additional strategic value

What You Bring

10 to 12+ years of experience in accounting or financial leadership roles

Strong knowledge of Canadian GAAP and tax regulations

Experience with Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations is a must

Experience working with non-profit organizations is a solid plus

CPA designation is an asset

Deep experience with QuickBooks Online, Xero, Dext, and modern cloud accounting tools

Proven ability to operate autonomously and exercise strong financial judgment

Experience working directly with founders, executives, or boards

Strong ability to translate financial data into business insight

Proven leadership experience managing and coaching accounting professionals

Ability to manage a small number of high-impact engagements with high standards

Why Join Enkel?
When you join Enkel, you can expect:

Competitive compensation aligned with experience and location

Employer-paid benefits for you and your family

Generous paid time off, including vacation and flex days

A collaborative, high-performance, and values-driven culture

The opportunity to operate as a true financial partner to organizations doing meaningful work

Salary: $90,000 to $120,000

Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)

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📌 Controller, Strategic Accounts (British Columbia)
🏢 Enkel
📍 British Columbia