Are you an experienced financial leader ready to make an impact in a dynamic, project-driven environment? We’re seeking a Controller to join a forward-thinking organization specializing in forestry projects. This is your chance to lead financial innovation and shape the future of a growing team.
What Awaits You
- Leadership Opportunity: Be a key player in system transitions and process improvements while leading a small, focused finance team.
- Project Variety: Oversee financial reporting for multiple forestry-related projects, each with unique challenges and opportunities.
- Growth Potential: Step into a pivotal role with opportunities for career advancement and expanded leadership responsibilities.
- Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership to align financial strategies with company goals.
Role Impact
As the Controller, you’ll be instrumental in driving financial efficiency and accuracy across the organization. From implementing new software systems to automating reporting processes, your contributions will enhance decision-making and operational effectiveness.
What You Will Be Doing
- Leading financial processes, including insurance, banking, and foreign exchange management.
- Managing financial reporting for 30+ forestry projects, covering budgets, asset control sheets, sales, and departmental reports.
- Overseeing audit processes and ensuring the production of accurate, comprehensive financial reports.
- Spearheading the implementation of new accounting software, streamlining project coding systems, and automating reporting workflows.
- Collaborating with senior leadership to align financial operations with organizational objectives.
- Mentoring and managing a small finance team, fostering growth and operational excellence.
What You Will Need to Succeed
- Experience: 3-5+ years in a Controller role, preferably in forestry, resource industries, or project-based environments.
- Certifications: CPA designation required; familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online) and financial system transitions is a plus.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience in forestry, brokerage, or similar resource sectors like mining or logging road building is preferred.
- Technical Proficiency: Expertise in financial reporting, software integrations, and project coding systems.
- Leadership Skills: A proactive approach to team management and process improvement.
- Adaptability: Comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment with significant system transitions.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal and proactive communication skills for effective collaboration.
What’s In It For You
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $110K-$125K plus up to 10% discretionary performance bonus.
- Generous Vacation: 4 weeks of vacation to maintain work-life balance.
- Work Flexibility: On-site setting for the first six months, with the option to work remotely once a week thereafter.
- Growth and Leadership: Be part of an expanding team with significant opportunities for career advancement.
- Additional Perks: Free on-site parking and the opportunity for remote work during working vacations.
Next Steps
This is a unique opportunity to join a project-driven organization at a critical juncture. If you’re ready to bring your expertise, drive system improvements, and lead a talented team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career journey!