Job Responsibility:

The Canadian Fire Platform is a group of companies that is focused on providing advanced fire protection and safety services to their customers in the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. The group of companies is part of an investment fund under the management of Newlook Capital with the goal of transforming and scaling this critical industry to ensure it continues to meet the needs of customers.

The National Controller will be responsible for providing day-to-day direction to the accounting team and be the key Finance Business Partner to Management on the financial health of the Canadian Fire Platform business.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Be a key Financial Leader and close business partner to the Senior Leadership Team.

- Oversee the design and execution of financial accounting and reporting, corporate consolidation, cash management, payables, inventory, payroll, credit and collections, fixed assets, and leases.

- Development and implementation of related systems, controls, procedures, and policies.

- Lead accounting policy and report on/review monthly and annual operating results with Senior Leadership.

- Assess current accounting operations and talent, offering recommendations for improvements, and implementing new processes.

- Direct and oversee all aspects of the accounting and control functions of the organization producing timely and accurate monthly financial statements.

- Leading Accounts Payable functions such as EFT payment runs, wire transfers, reconciliations, investigations, foreign exchange purchases, and inter-company transactions.

- Leading Accounts Receivable functions such as deposits, cash handling, customer setup, reconciliations, credit, and collections. Monitor past due progress and ensure consistent cash flow, identifying problem areas and working towards resolution.

- General Ledger Management - Perform month-end procedures, approve and post all GL entries/inter-company transactions, and perform reconciliations.

- Manage the preparation of payroll for all employees. Review and approve all payroll input data for third-party payroll services.

- Manage, train,



and transform the process to align with management reporting and efficiencies.

- Compile data, statistics, metrics, and other information to help with corporate planning, targeting, budgeting, and goal attainment.

- Lead the monthly financial statement(s) preparation throughout a shortened monthly close process to ensure the highest quality.

- Preparation of government/ministry and/or statutory reporting as necessary.

- Preparation and coordination of year-end financial statements with external accountants and tax advisors.

- Preparation of HST and other tax returns.

- Supports the preparation of the annual budget and monthly forecasting of sales.

- Managed the 3 Accounting Teams in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario performing A/R, A/P, Treasury, Billing functions, Month End Close, and Reporting.

- Support with any other tasks /duties/projects as assigned.

- Travel as required to meet in person with Finance and Business leaders in our BC and AB based businesses.

- May perform other duties in line with the position.

Requirements

- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience at the senior management level.

- Previous experience leading teams between 10 - 15 full time employees.

- Previous experience operating in a Finance Business Partner capacity - supporting Management Teams and supporting decisions with analytics and key data.

- Previous experience with multiple entity organization(s) and transforming them into an integrated Shared Finance function.

- Strong communication skills: able to convey a message that is clear and concise, linking business issues, accounting concepts, financial results, and strategy.

- Personal drive, energy, and the ability to work effectively in a hands-on action-oriented environment.





- Solutions oriented and independent problem solver.

- Can transform data into meaningful information that will drive management decision-making.

- Previous experience with Planning and Executing Change Management initiatives and documenting Internal Controls and Processes aligning to the business operations.

- Demonstrate sound work ethic, ability to multitask, and meet tight deadlines without losing sight of priorities.

- Ability to prepare accurate and timely financial reports and communicate with stakeholders and your team to achieve monthly expectations.

- Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and written

- Experience with QuickBooks Enterprise, QuickBooks Online, Sage, Zero, and similar accounting software.

Acme Fire and Safety Co. Ltd. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive setting, if you need any accommodation in regards to your application please contact us at (604) 437-855 and you will be directed to our Human Resources Department.

*Candidates must be present and authorized to work in Canada at the time of application .

*Acme Fire and Safety Co. Ltd wishes to thank everyone for applying, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $100,000.00-$130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- Accounting: 8 years (required)
- Management: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Burnaby, BC V5J 4V6 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Burnaby, BC V5J 4V6: Relocate before starting work (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 National Controller (Burnaby)
🏢 ACME Fire & Safety
📍 Burnaby