Finance Controller

JOB TITLE: Finance Controller 
REPORTS TO: General Manager and Corporate Director of Finance 
DEPARTMENT: Finance 

JOB SUMMARY:

This senior level management position is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, including forecasting, budgeting, timely financial reporting, cash flow management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, ticket processing and national/provincial tax filings. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all financial information, including daily operating reports, capital reports, general ledger and income statements, forecasts and budgets 
Oversee Accounts Payable 
Oversee Accounts Receivable 
Prepare all HST/GST tax returns 
Complete month end closing process and forecasts 
Prepare bank reconciliations and Balance Sheet Analysis 
Assist the General Manager in providing leadership to all departments, including providing strategic direction needed to ensure accurate reporting and planning for the property 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Applicant should have at least 2 years progressive financial experience 
Knowledge of entertainment/leisure industry financial operations is preferred but not required, as well as strong leadership qualities 
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required 
Experience in budgeting and forecasting preferred but not required 
Strong understanding of Canadian tax laws, federal and provincial requirements is preferred but not required 
Excellent organization skills and an ability to establish priorities with little direction 
Must possess strong oral and written English language and grammar skills 
Experience with MS Word, Excel, and computerized financial systems preferred but not required 
Knowledge of MS Great Plains accounting systems is an asset 
Must be at least 18 years of age 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time and use hands and fingers. 
Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, pick up and reach with arms. 
The employee must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally without injury.