Job Posting: Controller
Job Type: Full-time Ongoing
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 – 4:30, flexible and possibility for hybrid
Location: Campbell River, BC
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000
We are Xwémalhkwu, or Homalco, and we are known as “the people of the fast-running waters”. Our connection to our lands and waters forms part of our identity and informs our responsibility to our lands, waters, and people. We have lived in concert with our natural surroundings for millennia in Bute Inlet, the Discovery Islands and Campbell River.
JOB SUMMARY
The Controller is a key member of the Homalco Business Group’s finance team and reports to the Chief Financial Officer. This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, and supporting the organization’s budgeting, forecasting, audit, and regulatory reporting requirements.
The Controller plays an important role in maintaining strong internal controls, supporting compliance with applicable government and tax requirements, and ensuring timely and accurate processing of payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger functions. This role also contributes to the development and implementation of accounting policies and processes that support the financial health and sustainability of the Homalco Business Group.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and payroll functions.
- Support the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts and analyze variances.
- Prepare timely monthly financial statements and general journal entries.
- Complete month-end and year-end close processes.
- Support the annual financial statement audit and respond to audit requirements.
- Prepare regulatory reports, including grant and funding reports.
- Research and resolve technical accounting issues to support compliance.
- Ensure quality control over financial transactions and reporting.
- Manage local, provincial, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies and processes that strengthen internal controls.
- Reconcile related party balances on a monthly basis.
- Oversee payroll processing and the maintenance of payroll records and employee files.
- Oversee the preparation and posting of accounts payable and expenses.
- Oversee monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and credit cards.
- Oversee customer invoicing and receivables.
- Perform other related duties as required.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
· Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Demonstrated experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
- Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance reports.
- Knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger functions.
- Experience supporting audits and annual financial statement preparation.
- Understanding of regulatory reporting, grant reporting, and government filing requirements.
- Strong technical accounting and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing and reporting.
- Ability to develop, document, and improve accounting procedures and policies.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple businesses, entities, or cost centres while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism.
- Proficiency with accounting software, payroll systems, and Microsoft Excel.
- Understanding of, and respect for, Indigenous culture, values, and traditions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Degree or diploma in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA) is preferred, or currently working toward CPA designation.
- Three to five years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
- Experience supporting budgets, forecasts, audits, and regulatory or grant reporting.
- Experience working in a First Nations, non-profit, public sector, or similarly complex organizational environment is considered an asset.
- Experience managing financial operations for multiple businesses, entities, or cost centres simultaneously is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal reporting and tax requirements is an asset.
BENEFITS:
- Extended benefits package, including dental, extended health care, and life insurance
- Three weeks of paid vacation.
- Paid time off during the Christmas closure (Dec 20 – Jan 4), aligned with School District 72.
- Pension plan with employer contribution matching available.
- Continued learning and development opportunities.
HOW TO APPLY
Email resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Controller”
Closing date: Monday, August 17, 2026
Pay: $80,000.00-$95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- This role is based in Campbell River and works Monday–Friday, 8:30–4:30 with some flexibility. Are you able to work on‑site?
- Do you have a degree or diploma in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field?
- Do you currently hold a CPA designation or are you actively working toward CPA certification?
- Do you have experience overseeing AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, and general ledger functions? (please provide examples)
- Have you completed month‑end and year‑end close processes, including preparing financial statements? (please provide examples)
- Do you have experience supporting annual audits and preparing regulatory, grant, or funding reports? (please provide examples)
- Do you have experience working with multiple entities, businesses, or cost centres? (please provide examples)
Experience:
- Finance: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
