Assistant Controller

Accounting & Finance
Permanent
Vancouver - Hybrid, British Columbia, Canada
Posted on July 25, 2025

Assistant Controller
This is a rare opportunity to grow within a respected firm supporting publicly listed companies, offering exposure to complex IFRS reporting, direct interaction with senior decision-makers, and the chance to lead and develop a team.
 

Who- the Company:

Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing Vancouver based leading outsourced accounting and finance team supporting high growth companies. They are a people-centric organization and known for their collaborative team culture and rewarding environment. Hybrid work model of Tues-Wed-Thurs onsite.
 

What- the Role:  

  • Oversight, management and development of staff accountants and related work­ flows.
  • Interacting with/supporting the CFOs and/or CEOs of client companies.
  • Working with/supporting senior management, with a view to stepping into managing client files directly and taking on client relationships directly.
  • Oversight of General Ledgers and underlying accounting transactions.
  • Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements.
  • Preparation of quarterly and annual MD&As.
  • Preparation and/or review of working papers supporting financial statements and MD&As.
  • Managing other regulatory reporting.
  • Managing the audit/review processes with external auditors.
  • Liaising with external tax advisors.
  • Assisting with development and roll-out of Company templates.
  • Assisting with roll-out of Company strategic plans.
  • Assisting with other ad-hoc requests; and.
  • Perform other accounting, client related and/or administrative tasks as needed.

 

Who – the Candidate:

  • 5+ years of experience in an accounting/finance department of a public company or with a CPA firm (must include public company experience if from a CPA firm).
  • CPA designation or international equivalent is preferred.
  • Deep understanding of IFRS accounting and financial reporting for public companies is required.
  • Experience drafting and/or auditing financial statements and notes, as well as preparing and reviewing supporting working papers.
  • Proven experience working in teams, managing staff, and reporting to a Controller, CFO, or other senior personnel.
  • Exceptional communication skills - both verbal and written - with strong command of English.
  • Highly organized, with excellent multi-tasking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Advanced IT proficiency, with experience using multiple accounting platforms and a comfort level with digitized environments.

 

  • Experience with mining or exploration companies a plus.
  • Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required.

 

How Much:

$80-95K commensurate with level of work experience, bonus, extended health, PD dues, 3 weeks vacation.
 

Where:

Vancouver BC.
 

When & How to Apply:

This search is moving very quickly, and interviews start immediately! Swim will be presenting short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. If you already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.