Assistant Corporate Controller

Jump Recruitment, on behalf of our client, Ocean Choice International (Ocean Choice), is seeking an Assistant Corporate Controller to join their team in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Ocean Choice is one of Atlantic Canada’s most diversified seafood companies, sustainably producing and marketing a wide range of shellfish, groundfish, and pelagic species. All this would not happen without our people working right here at home. At Ocean Choice, we’re all about families, connected to each other and our communities.

The Opportunity
Ocean Choice is looking for a highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented accounting professional to join its corporate finance team. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, the Assistant Corporate Controller will play an important role in preparing monthly consolidated financial statements, financial reporting, and analysis across the organization.
This is an opportunity to contribute to a diverse and established company while gaining exposure to a broad range of corporate accounting and financial operations.

Responsibilities
Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements and HST filings.
Prepare monthly financial analysis for the internal freight division.
Perform intercompany account reconciliations in a multi-company environment with Canadian and foreign operations.
Maintain and update various consolidation and business unit files for senior management.
Assist with monitoring and implementing internal financial controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical and analytical support for accounts payable and purchasing processes.
Assist the Treasury team with financing activities and related analysis.
Assist the Accounting team in preparing files and supporting documentation for the annual external audit.
Assist with the preparation of the annual consolidated budget.
Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.

Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Commerce or Business, with a major in Accounting.
Relevant accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing or similarly complex business environment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Sound judgment and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with different teams.
CPA designation would be considered an asset.

Why Join Ocean Choice?
Ocean Choice offers the opportunity to be part of an established Atlantic Canadian company with a strong connection to its employees and communities.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with an excellent benefits package.

Apply in Confidence
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter by clicking APPLY.

For questions about this opportunity, please contact:
Jacqui Janes | Senior Recruiter | [email protected]
Jump Recruitment Specialists | www.jumpcareers.ca

At Jump Recruitment, we recognize the value of diversity. We are committed to making intentional steps toward building inclusive teams that better reflect the communities Jump Recruitment and the organizations we serve operate within. We believe that inclusion is not just about making room at the table but about seeking out talent through a diversity lens and letting everyone know that their unique perspectives are important contributions to building stronger workplaces in a changing world.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our posted positions. We welcome candidates to self-identify or make our recruitment team aware of any potential accommodations they may need during the recruitment process.

This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.