Regional Controller

Job title: Regional Controller

Company: AutoCanada

Job description: Join the ride!Position – Regional ControllerLocation – Edmonton, AB or Montreal, QCClassification – Fulltime, OnsitePart of a bigger team.AutoCanada Collision Centres’ network is a division of AutoCanada. AutoCanada is the largest Canadian owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada and the US. We are innovative, data-driven and our commitment to our Team Members, customers and operational excellence fuels our success.We find opportunities to reward high-performers regularly and are looking for managers that empower and motivate their teams to do their very best. We want someone whose values align with our own and can support our people-driven culture of learning and continuous development. Working here is fast-paced, non-stop, and a little unpredictable—and we love it.AutoCanada is a and a , with no small part due to our cutting-edge operational analytics. Join this enthusiastic and highly effective team that has no end to challenging and interesting work. We are growing, and our mindset is expansionary, with so much potential for the right candidate!Your area of focus.The Regional Controller – East is responsible for assisting in the management of the overall accounting and financial reporting operations of the Collision Centres to provide accurate information to Management, including analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and preparing financial reports and helping to build and execute the Collision Centres strategy while providing leadership to a team of new and experienced Collision Centre Managers.What drives your day-to-day?

• Manage the accounting operations including the review of journal entries, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and statutory reporting.
• Ensure financial functions are reconciled monthly including, but not limited to cash, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payables, payroll administration and intercompany accounts.
• Review the Collision Centres’ financial statements and related reports, as well as quarterly binders to ensure consistency and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Monitor and review the Collision Centres’ actual vs forecast results to ensure any issues are identified and corrected on a timely basis.
• Communicate the status of budgets regularly to stakeholders; identify risks and contribute ideas for generating profit and/or controlling expenses.
• Assist in the annual strategic planning development and continuous monitoring of the strategic plan to ensure targets are met.
• Monthly monitoring and identification of key income-generating opportunities at the Collision Centres’ level and communication of those data-driven opportunities to Collision Centres’ Management.
• Work closely with the Chief Controller, VP Collision Centres, and Collision Centres Directors of Operations to ensure all financial and accounting needs are met and relevant analysis is performed.
• Full alignment with the overall team including Marketing, Fixed Operations, and Human Resources.
• Ensure all Collision Centres accounting departments comply with Home Office accounting policies, controls, reporting timelines, and procedures.
• Assist various functions of the Finance team on matters such as working capital and cash-flow management (Treasury), as well as follow-up on audit-related matters requiring attention (Financial Reporting).
• Celebrate team successes and cultivate a positive culture of excellence.

What are the must-haves…

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting from a recognized institution.
• Chartered Professional Accountant designation.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including accounting oversight and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of accounting theories, IFRS/GAAP standards, and operational accounting.
• Expertise in tax, risk, cash flow management, and financial agreements/covenants.
• Experience with publicly traded companies and reporting requirements is a plus.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, CDK, Tableau, OneStream is an asset
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Results-driven, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with strong Excel and office software skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to travel up to 30% and work outside regular hours to collaborate across time zones.
• Bilingual is considered and asset

What puts the pedal to the medal?Profit is the result – not the vision. That’s why we are looking for a leader who is passionate about the Collision industry and is genuinely motivated by leading and coaching a team to success!The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Company-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential.Can you picture yourself here already?We hope so. It’s equally as important that you choose us as we choose you. Take a sneak peek at what we think makes this one of the best workplaces around.If you think you’re a good fit to come along on our ride, apply now through our website at www.autocan.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.INCCController, Sr Controller, Senior Controller, CPA, Certified Professional Accountant, Regional Controller, Autobody, Collision Centre, Collision Center, Stellantis, Ford, Honda, Toyota, GM, General Motors, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM, Acura, Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Bugatti, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chevy, Ferrari, Fiat, GMC, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lamborghini, Maserati, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, MB, Porsche, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Infiniti, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Lexus, Lincoln, Lotus, JLR, Mini, AMG, Polestar, Rivian, Rolls Royce, Rolls-Royce, Subaru, Tesla, VW, Volkswagen, Volkswagon, Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, Montreal Nord, Saint-Leonard, Ville-Marie, West Island, Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc, Se Sud-Ouest, Anjou, Lachine, LaSalle, Saint-Laurent, Outremont, Pierrefonds-Roxboro, Reviere-des Praires-Pointe-aux-Trembles, Rosemon-La Petite-Patrie, Verdun, Cote-des-Neiges-Notre-Dame-de-Grace, Hull, L’Ile-Bizard-Sainte-Genevieve, Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Westmount, Kirkland, Beaconsfield, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Baie-d’Urfe, Senneville, Pointe-Claire, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Sainte-Genevieve, Quebec

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Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Sat, 21 Dec 2024 04:16:25 GMT

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