Controller

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

Controller
Do you have previous experience in management at a CPA firm, strong financial reporting skills, IFRS and public company reporting experience? If so, we would love to hear from you.
 

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.
  • Assisting with AGM reporting materials.
  • Preparing board and/or other governance committee reporting packages.
  • Managing the audit/review processes with external auditors.
  • Liaising with external tax advisors.
  • Preparation and/or review of taxation filings forms.
  • 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:

  • CPA designation (or equivalent), with at least 3 years post-designation experience and a total of 7+ years working in an accounting/finance department or CPA firm.
  • Extensive experience working with public companies, including IFRS accounting and understanding public company reporting requirements.
  • Proven experience in drafting and/or auditing financial statements and notes, as well as preparing and reviewing supporting working papers.
  • Experience managing staff, working in teams, and reporting to CFOs and/or senior management.
  • Strong experience liaising with boards of directors, auditors, and senior executives.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and excellent English proficiency.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to multi-task effectively and manage multiple priorities.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Strong IT proficiency, with experience working in a digital environment and with various accounting platforms/systems.
  • Experience in or exposure to the mining/exploration industry is a strong asset.
  • Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required.

 

How Much:

$100-120K 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.