Assistant Controller
Entreflow
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇨🇦 Canada
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💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
Cloud
About the role
- Oversee daily and monthly accounting operations for assigned clients, ensuring accurate and timely bookkeeping and financial reporting.
- Support Controller with financial analysis, interpretation of results, and recommendations that inform client decision-making and business strategy.
- Prepare, review, and analyse monthly financial statements and reports in advance of client Financial Management meetings.
- Present financial results and performance insights to clients alongside the Controller, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Develop, maintain, and monitor client budgets, forecasts, and KPIs to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Coordinate the completion of sales tax filings and collaborate with external tax specialists to ensure efficient year-end processes.
- Manage and maintain third-party reporting obligations (e.g., to lenders, investors, or regulatory bodies) as required.
- Ensure consistent application of Entreflow’s accounting standards, internal controls, and operational policies.
- Perform monthly file reviews to verify accuracy, identify risks, and highlight opportunities for improvement or standardisation.
- Lead the optimisation and automation of client accounting files to improve workflow efficiency and data integrity.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience in cloud bookkeeping, accounting, or controllership roles.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- CPA designation (or active pursuit) is a requirement.
- Proven experience managing multiple clients, month-end close processes, and financial reporting requirements.
- Strong understanding of Canadian accounting standards (ASPE/GAAP), financial controls, and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated analytical ability, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software and automation tools (QuickBooks Online, Dext, Plooto, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
- Ability to learn new technologies and train peers on how to use these efficiently in the workplace to maximise efficiency.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders e.g. clients and team members.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Health insurance related benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
accountingfinancial reportingfinancial analysisbudgetingforecastingKPI developmentsales tax filingsfile reviewsautomationcloud bookkeeping
Soft skills
analytical abilityattention to detailproblem-solvingcommunicationclient managementteam collaborationdecision-makingpresentation skillstrainingworkflow optimization
Certifications
CPA designationBachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in Financerelated discipline degree