Assistant Controller (6 months temporary contract)

(CMP) is a global manufacturing company with 6 manufacturing and distribution facilities throughout Canada, the United States, Italy, Australia, and China. CMP supplies the recreational and commercial marine industries with a broad range of products for various industry segments, including anchoring & ground tackle, corrosion, dock & boat accessories, and steering & controls. CMP manufactures and distributes products under the brands, Martyr, Rocna, Vulcan, Titan, Panther, Dock Edge, Octopus, Intellisteer, Sanitation Equipment and, Trollmaster.

We are seeking an Assistant Controller on a 6 – month temporary contract basis to work in-office at our Delta, BC location. The Assistant Controller is responsible for all aspects of accounting excluding inventory and COGS for CMP Group Ltd. This includes weekly and monthly reporting to head office. The Assistant Controller works with management and employees on the interpretation and administration of accounting policies and procedures.

COMPENSATION:

• Salary - $80,000 to $85,000 per year based on experience

RESPONSIBILITIES: (Direct and indirect) including but not limited to accounting, financial reporting, cash flow analysis:

Responsible for the following accounting tasks:

• Month-end G/L reconciliations (excluding inventory and tax)
• Monitoring B/S accounts (excluding inventory and tax) and resolving issues as needed
• Accrued payables updated at each month-end
• Update royalty & agent commission programs and complete month-end reports
• Maintain rolling 26 week cash forecast report
• Collections of US dollar accounts utilizing various collection techniques
• Assist with CAD dollar accounts collections as needed
• Assist with the initial set-up of customers within the receivables insurance program
• Preparation of audit working papers including gathering of sample data as directed to be submitted to Corporate Controller
• Assist with monthly intercompany reconciliations for the consolidation process
• Cross-trained in various other activities to provide vacation coverage and assistance
• Other tasks as assigned
• Continually challenge the status quo and identify ways to improve process and efficiency within role, department and company
• Promote safe work practices as outlined in the Worksafe B.C. regulations
• Ensure the company’s quality policies and procedures are followed
• Participate in 1 X 1 meetings with Corporate Controller

REQUIREMENTS:

• 7+ years of experience as an assistant controller or in a similar role in the manufacturing or similar industry.
• 7+ years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, cash flow analysis
• Advanced excel skills
• 7+ years of experience with customer collections
• 7+ years of experience in month-end G/L reconciliations and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts (excluding inventory and tax) on a regular basis
• 7+ years of experience in preparation of audit working papers and gathering of sample data for the year end audit
• Experience using or navigating Microsoft Access
• CPA designation (Asset)

HOURS

• 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday - In-office

Please note: All job postings at CMP are aimed at filling existing vacancies within our organization. CMP may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, our Talent Acquisition Specialist will also review applications to ensure a fair and comprehensive assessment.

This posting and any related applicant information will be retained for three years in accordance with provincial or state regulations. CMP values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and provide accommodations upon request for those participating in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodations, please contact our Human Resources Department.

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.