Assistant Controller

at  Inland Technologies Canada Incorporated

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. We operate at over 50 airports in three countries. We currently have an opportunity for a 1-year assignment as our Assistant Controller, working from our 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

• Lead the planning and management of the month end close process; including financial statement preparation, consolidation, external reporting and audits;

• • Lead Manage a team of corporate accountants whose responsibilities includethe accounts payable, accounts receivable,financial reporting, project accounting and inventory control control;function of the Corporate Accounting department;

• Set team goals, and expectations, as well as, provide appropriate guidance, assistance, training and development;
• Assist with the planning and management of the month end close process;
• Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns;
• Examine and analyze accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls;

Required Skills and Experience:

• 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;
• Experience with foreign currency and consolidations considered an asset;
• Ability to quickly and successfully learn, interpret information and transfer knowledge to others;
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while achieving outcome expectations;
• Ability to self-manage multiple, simultaneous projects on deadline;
• Excellent written and oral communication skill;
• Open-minded, consultative and collaborative style;
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism in all interactions;
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt to change in order to support the growth of the company.

Our employees receive the following, based on eligibility requirements:

• Insurance - health, dental, life, AD&D and LTD
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Competitive wages

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

• Lead the planning and management of the month end close process; including financial statement preparation, consolidation, external reporting and audits

• • Lead Manage a team of corporate accountants whose responsibilities includethe accounts payable, accounts receivable,financial reporting, project accounting and inventory control control;function of the Corporate Accounting department;

• Set team goals, and expectations, as well as, provide appropriate guidance, assistance, training and development;
• Assist with the planning and management of the month end close process;
• Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns;
• Examine and analyze accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls