Assistant Controller / Aston Carter Full Time Hybird

Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join our client’s team as a permanent employee. This role involves ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, providing financial analysis, and supporting audits. The ideal candidate will also offer leadership and development to the finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze accounting and financial records for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial analysis.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Prepare monthly profit and loss, and balance sheet reports.
• Create and analyze budgets and KPIs.
• Perform financial analysis and reconcile transactions.
• Maintain and verify financial databases.
• Develop automated accounting applications to increase productivity.

Must Have Experience:

• 2-3 years as a senior accountant or Assistant Controller.
• CPA designation or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience managing a team of at least two people.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, Xlookups, Vlookups, SUMifs).
• Exposure to ERP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have Experience:

• Experience in distribution or manufacturing.

Soft Skills:

• Friendly and collaborative.
• Team player with a willingness to help.
• Quick learner with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Not shy to ask questions and eager to learn.

Work Environment:

• 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm with a one-hour lunch.
• Office location: Richmond, BC.
• Hybrid model after initial probation: 3 days onsite, 2 days off-site.
• 6-person accounting team.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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