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Controller/Office Manager - 18582
Portage La Prairie, MB P1H 2C3 CA
Job Description
Our client, a highly regarded and fast growing group of companies in the aviation sector is seeking a hands-on Controller/Office Manager to take the reigns as part of a planned retirement/succession plan. Reporting to the President, the Controller with support staff will handle all the accounting, reporting and administrative tasks for a thriving and fast paced group of companies.
Our client is committed to:
- Providing an opportunity to be key player in the operation and running of successful and dynamic business group.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Great blend of accounting, financial reporting and administrative tasks.
- Opportunity to learn and enjoy the aviation business.
The key responsibilities will include:
- Day to day accounting including billing, receivables, payables and payroll.
- Financial statements and reporting for 3 companies including balancing and reconciliation of inter-company transactions.
- Presenting the monthly and annual financial results to executive.
- Inventory tracking and updating pricing.
- Various regulatory tracking and reporting relating to pilots and aircraft maintenance for Transport Canada.
- Supporting all stakeholders within the business including operations, pilots, sales and management.
- Training and leading small office support team.
- Special projects on ongoing basis with executive.
What the successful candidate will bring:
- A CPA designation or degree in Business with 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Self-motivated, "can-do" attitude with very strong time management skills. The ability to change gears quickly over the course of a day.
- The ability and interest to "own" all the accounting functions and comfort with hands-on role.
- Strong financial reporting skills including monthly financial statements in multi-company environment.
- The ability to effectively communicate with and support internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with QuickBooks.
- Strong analytical and problem solving ability.
In return, what you can expect:
- Very competitive compensation and benefits package.
- The opportunity to make an impact and be an integral part of the business.
- Excellent culture and team environment.
Meet Your Recruiter
Barry Milne
CPA, CGA, Principal
Recruiting Specialty: Finance & Operations
Drawing on over a decade of senior recruitment experience, Barry specializes in the placement of senior finance and operations professionals. His passion to stay on the cutting edge of business development leads him to exceptional candidates who drive his clients’ organizations toward new heights. A professional accountant with more than 20 years in senior leadership positions, Barry knows exactly who his clients need to build strong teams and propel their organizations forward.
Barry partners with his clients with a highly consultative approach to help them develop long-term human capital strategies to drive growth and sustainability. He purposefully places candidates in positions where they are bound to succeed. Frequently, satisfied candidates refer others to Barry because of the rewarding experience they had with him.
Barry is a member of CPA Manitoba and has served on the boards and audit committees of a number of public and private companies. In his free time, Barry enjoys adventure travel with his family, mountain hiking, stand-up paddling, great food and wine with friends and watching a good movie.
