Full-time, primarily Monday to Friday during business hours Benefits Package including medical, dental and eyesight coverage a hybrid arrangement with some remote work may be considered.

Walco

Industries is a rapid-growing company and a leader in the hydro-demolition and industrial cleaning market in Western Canada, with operations based in Campbell River and Port Alberni and activities principally across Vancouver Island, Greater Vancouver and throughout Western Canada. We are seeking an experienced CPA to oversee our accounting department and support the financial management of our operations. This role combines financial reporting and controls with hands-on involvement in job costing, budgeting, bid preparation, and cash flow management.

This is an opportunity to join a growing, owner-led business at an important stage. The Controller is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial information, overseeing accounting operations, and providing practical financial guidance to the President and CEO and Fractional CFO. Working closely with operational staff and the external accountant, the Controller helps management assess job profitability, manage working capital, and make informed business decisions.

Accounting and Financial Reporting Oversee the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions. Supervise and support accounting staff, establish priorities, and review their work. Manage month-end and year-end closing procedures, including account reconciliations and supporting schedules.

Prepare timely monthly internal financial reports and explain significant variances, trends, and financial risks to management. Maintain appropriate accounting procedures and internal controls. Account for equipment and other fixed assets,



including capital additions, amortization, and equipment financing and lease obligations.

Support accounting for the U.Monitor job profitability and identify cost overruns, billing gaps, and other financial concerns. Maintain reliable job costing information and support timely progress and final billing. Prepare the monthly work-in-progress schedule and recognize contract revenue on a percentage-of-completion basis.

Track holdbacks and lien-related billing requirements on construction contracts. Review completed jobs to identify lessons that can improve future estimates and operational performance. Work with operational staff to incorporate labour, equipment, materials, subcontractor, travel, and other relevant costs into estimates.

Provide financial analysis to support pricing, resource allocation, and capital expenditure decisions. Cash Flow and Working Capital Prepare and maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast and longer-range cash projections. Monitor customer collections, supplier payments, payroll requirements, and other financial commitments.

Compliance and Tax Reporting Oversee payroll deductions, remittances, annual information returns, and related reconciliations. Maintain supporting records for tax filings and other applicable financial reporting obligations. Coordinate with the external accountant on corporate tax matters and accounting issues requiring advice.

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sales tax and other U.Support responses to tax authority inquiries and financial compliance reviews.

Process

Improvement and Management Support Improve accounting workflows, reporting tools, and the use of Sage 50.

Chartered Professional

Accountant (CPA) designation. Candidates in the final stages of the CPA program will also be considered. At least three years of progressive accounting or financial management experience, including supervising staff. Strong knowledge of accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.

Experience with Canadian sales tax and payroll reporting. Ability to work collaboratively with management, accounting staff, operational personnel, and external advisers. A management accounting focus within the candidate’s professional experience or training.

Experience in industrial services, contracting, or another business involving job costing and project budgets.

Solid Microsoft

Excel skills.

Experience with Sage 50 or a comparable accounting system. S. cross-border accounting. The Controller oversees day-to-day accounting activities and recommends improvements to financial processes and controls.

Spending approvals, banking authority, and contractual commitments are subject to authority delegated by the President and CEO. Success in the role will be demonstrated through accurate and timely reporting, reliable job cost information, effective cash flow forecasting, timely compliance filings, and useful financial support for management decisions. In the first year, this means a month-end close completed within [14] business days, a work-in-progress schedule reviewed monthly with operations, a current 13-week cash flow forecast, and all compliance filings made on time.

📌 Finance Coordinator - Financial Accounting (Campbell River)
🏢 Walco Industries
📍 Campbell River