Assistant Controller

Truro, NS

Reference # HL-7277

The members of the Inland Group of Companies (Inland Technologies, Integrated Deicing Services and Quantem Aviation Services) are highly experienced in aircraft de-icing, environmental management, aircraft fueling, ground handling and pretty much any other aviation support service you can think of. They operate at over 50 airports in three countries. We have partnered with Inland Technologies as we look to bring them an experienced accounting professional for a minimum 1-year assignment as Assistant Controller, working from their office in Truro, NS.

The Assistant Controller supports the accounting operations for the Inland Group, including full cycle accounting, closing month-end, monthly financial reporting, and assists with the maintaining of a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results and ensure that reported results comply with Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead the planning and management of the month end close process, including financial statement preparation, consolidation, external reporting and audits.
• Manage a team of corporate accountants whose responsibilities include financial reporting, project accounting and inventory control.
• Set team goals and expectations, as well as provide appropriate guidance, assistance, training and development.
• Examine and analyze accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns.
• Other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or relevant post-secondary education and a combination of continuing education and experience.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation, including supervision of finance/accounting staff.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting practices and standards.
• Ability to quickly and successfully learn, interpret information and transfer knowledge to others.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while achieving outcome expectations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with foreign currency and consolidations is considered an asset.
• Ability to self-manage multiple, simultaneous projects on deadlines.

Do not miss out on this opportunity to take on a new challenge and learn new skills to support the growth of Inland Technologies. Connect with us to learn more or apply now.

To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking the link below:

https://meridiarecruitment.ca/Career/18545

For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Sara Morey, Senior Consultant, at [email protected]. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Sara Morey know.

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