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Assistant Controller
Term
Alcool NB Liquor


Note: applications for this position will be reviewed and interviews will be scheduled as they are received.


What will you be doing?
ANBL is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our Finance team. As part of our Shared services, this role will be working with both ANBL and Cannabis NB. The Assistant Controller is a term position responsible for providing essential support to the Controller in the establishment and management of financial processes, policies and controls. The role requires comprehensive subject matter expertise of end-to-end financial accounting and analysis processes and is required to understand and adhere to legislative and regulatory requirements, as well as to internal standards and policies. The role will be project-based and is required to provide substantiated advice and leadership for the implementation of leading financial practices.


Key position Responsibilities:

• Project Management of Financial Deliverables – Establish processes and procedures to effectively manage the timely completion of Controller-assigned deliverables. Effectively execute detailed requirements gathering, the development and execution of required processes and validations, and the creation of documentation and training requirements.
• Process Optimization – Develop and execute action plans to optimize the effectiveness of finance processes through the efficient use of systems and tools; manage on an on-going basis continual process improvements to minimize process waste while maximizing the value delivered to customers; automate manual processes where possible. Ensure cross-functional clarity and alignment where appropriate.
• Compliance and Documentation – Create new, and review existing, policies, processes and procedures to support efficient and effective financial operations. Limit financial risk and minimize unnecessary complexities, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and legislation, accuracy, and completeness.
• Financial Governance and Control Assurance – Identify and remediate process governance and control deficiencies to promote financial responsibility and optimize process clarity. Cultivate business partnerships to define frameworks and methodologies that support wholistic business processes.
• Financial Accounting and Reporting – As required, prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis to ensure financial transactions are complete, correct, and compliant with IFRS accounting standards, other applicable legislation, and internal policies/ charts of accounts.
• External Report and Ad-hoc Request for Information – Assist in developing the framework, including processes, documented guidelines and approval process, to support the preparation and issuance of various external reports and ad-hoc financial information requests. As required, prepare and review internal and external financial reports and requests for information.
• Financial Consultancy – Provide financial expertise, support, and guidance to finance team members, including leadership, to enable effective decision-making, to support the achievement of short- and long-term goals.

What you need to be successful:

• CPA designation
• 8+ years of progressive experience in a related accounting role
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop others
• Experience working under IFRS legislation
• Proven experience designing, establishing, and automating processes
• Highly effective at communicating, building relationships, and influencing others
• Strong technical and analytical skills; high attention to detail
• Process improvement driven
• Creative problem solver with strong critical thinking skills
• Effective time management, organization, and prioritization capabilities
• Confidentiality and discretion required

It would be fantastic if you also had

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or another ERP system considered an asset

Language competencies

• Bilingualism in both official languages is an asset, but not required

Work location:

• The successful candidate will have the option to work onsite at ANBL’s Retail Operations Centre (ROC) in Fredericton, New Brunswick, or work on a hybrid basis dividing their time between home and ROC.

Note

• The successful candidate must be based in New Brunswick
• Only candidates with legal authorization to work in Canada will be considered

What’s in it for you?
Being part of the ANBL team means being part of an organization that values its employees. In addition to offering a market competitive salary, we ensure that our employees can enjoy Work-Life Balance, Professional & Personal Growth, and Service Opportunities.
Work-Life Balance: ANBL offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a generous pension plan. Employees also have access to a Health Spending Account or Wellness Subsidy, and opportunities to utilize flexible work arrangements.
Professional & Personal Growth: ANBL offers many types of internal and external activities to support development needs, including continuous learning and training opportunities.
Service: ANBL values contribution to our province, offering a paid volunteer day each year, and many opportunities to contribute to our communities throughout the year.
How do I join the ANBL Team?
Submit your resume to our Careers site for consideration. Please apply no later than October 28, 2024.
Only those under consideration will be contacted. We thank all those who apply! For more information about ANBL, please visit www.anbl.com/careers