ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver-based recruitment firm specializing in Accounting & Finance, Construction, Corporate Administration, and Operations. We take pride in our consultative and upfront approach, ensuring a seamless recruitment experience for both clients and candidates.

THE ROLE

STRIVE Recruitment is currently partnering with a privately held financial services organization based in Surrey, BC, to find an experienced and driven Controller. This organization provides customized lending solutions across a broad portfolio of industries, including construction, logistics, real estate development, and equipment services.

This is a fantastic Controller opportunity where you will lead the accounting function for a growing and dynamic group of companies that takes pride in its entrepreneurial mindset and strong relationships with clients and lending partners.

As the Controller, you will be a key member of the leadership teamresponsible for managing multi-entity financials, overseeing tax compliance (including partnership filings), developing cash flow forecasts, and maintaining key banking and lending relationships.

Responsibilities

• Leading the accounting function for a group of active lending and investment entities
• Managing multi-entity financials, intercompany reconciliations, and consolidated reporting
• Overseeing corporate and partnership tax filings, including collaboration with external tax advisors
• Preparing detailed cash flow forecasts to support lending and operational decisions
• Acting as the primary contact for banks and lenders, including covenant monitoring and reporting
• Providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Leading, mentoring, and growing a small accounting team
• Enhancing systems, processes, and internal controls to support continued scale

Skills & Experience

• Must have a Bachelors Degree and CPA designation
• 5+ years of accounting experience, with strong leadership and multi-entity experience
• In-depth knowledge of intercompany reconciliations and partnership tax filings
• Experience in a financial services or lending environment is a strong asset
• Strategic thinker with hands-on experience in accounting operations
• If you're a seasoned finance leader looking for your next challenge within a private lending environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to explore this exciting leadership opportunity in a growing and collaborative company.