Assistant Controller

As part our Finance team, our Assistant Controller will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial foundation of our organization. Working closely with the Controller, your primary responsibilities encompass a broad spectrum of financial and accounting functions that are crucial to maintaining accurate and transparent financial records. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to precision, you will help drive the organization's financial success by facilitating efficient accounting operations, participating in audits, and providing valuable insights through financial analysis.

• Assist with management of day-to-day accounting activities and oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Implement and monitor internal control procedures to adhere to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).
• Prepare and analyse financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and ensures timely delivery for consolidation at the corporate level.
• Prepare the Monthly Management Report and provide commentary on budget-to-actuals and period-to-period variances.
• Perform monthly intercompany reconciliation of Canadian cannabis division
• Process period-end journal entries and assist in the preparation and review of month-end working papers.
• Collaborate with the Controller and Director of Finance in presenting financial information to senior management and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Work with external auditors during the annual financial and SOX audits.
• Supervise and coach accounting team members, promoting a cohesive and efficient work environment.
• Participate in special projects, such as process improvements, data management, and reporting automation.
• Communicate effectively with team members, other departments, parent and sister companies, and external stakeholders.

*** Other duties: We’re committed to ensuring we’re bringing the best we have to offer to our consumers. This means other duties may arise since we work together to ensure we support all business activities – seed to sale. 

• Financial Acumen: strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations.
• Experience in manufacturing and cannabis is an asset.
• Analytical strengths: ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insights for decision-making.
• Communication skills: effective communication to present financial information to various stakeholders and collaborate with different departments.
• Problem solving: the ability to identify and solve complex financial issues is important for success in this role.
• Adaptability: our business environment, accounting standards, and an ever-evolving environment.
• Time Management: with multiple responsibilities, including month-end and year-end close processes, audits, and reporting deadlines, effective time management is crucial to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Strategic Thinking: the ability to think strategically and contribute to the organization's overall goals, strategic financial planning and decision.
• Leadership and Team Management: ability to lead and manage a team, this involves providing guidance, motivation, and support to team members to ensure a collaborative and productive work environment.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) is required.
• 6+ years’ experience in accounting and/or finance roles
• 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role
• Knowledge of French to work with Quebec staff
• Knowledge of English to work with in collaboration with sister and parental companies (British Columbia and US)

• This is an on-site role, working in or supporting operations and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the business.
• Must have the ability to maintain and pass an RCMP criminal record check and obtain a security clearance.

• We cherish Québec’s culture and values.
• We believe cannabis can help Québecers and Canadians live better lives.
• We take pride in family, friends and living full, balanced lives.
• Safety and security are critical to the success our business.
• We currently work from two locations in Québec: A 55,000 square-foot cutting-edge facility in Huntingdon and new offices in Montréal’s Villeray neighborhood.
• Our executives have world-leading experience in government regulated industries.

***We look forward to hearing from you. Please reach out (with relevant information and background materials) and let us know why ROSE is a perfect fit for you.