Reporting to the Group Business Controller, the Financial Controller is a key leader in the company, managing the day-to-day cash to cash cycle, core accounting and financial reporting requirements for Woodfibre LNG. This position is primarily responsible for the overall management of the finance operations to ensure timely and accurate financial results and effective financial and business controls. The Financial Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, manages the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, participates in the accounting and internal control systems, and guides and develops the accounting team. He/She is expected to be instrumental in ensuring that both business and financial controls are in place and operating appropriately

• Plan, implement and oversee the overall Finance & Accounting strategy.
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.
• Reviewing current processes and policies; identifying operational inefficiencies and inaccuracies /errors, developing, and implementing process and policy improvements, and developing, recommending and implementing a robust system of internal controls.
• Manage and take responsibility of all accounting operations including for accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, general ledger, budgeting, cash forecasting, taxes, reconciliations, check runs, fixed asset activity, debt activity, etc.
• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Develop and maintain financial accounting and control systems.
• Lead the internal and external auditing process.
• Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Direct the development of annual operating plans, departmental budgets, monthly/quarterly forecasts, cost reduction initiatives/recommendations and financial analysis.
• Successfully complete monthly closing cycles to properly reflect the financial position of the company, profit & loss, capital base, and reporting.
• Lead the development and management of the annual budget and annual budgeting process; Provide financial analysis support/guidance to all line managers and directors. Monitor the financial policies, practices and procedures of the Company.
• Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Work with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting at year-end;
• Maintain appropriate insurance coverage i.e., general commercial, credit, D&O and Cyber insurance policies in place.
• Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Other special ad hoc projects as assigned.
• Capability to review and analyse balance sheet and find system/ process weakness
• Implement and execute policies, procedures and systems.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA, CA or CMA designation;
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ relevant leadership experience in a high growth company.
• Experience in a manufacturing, oil and gas or in a startup environment is highly advantageous.
• Experience in leading, coaching and mentoring team members.
• High degree of accuracy, extremely detail oriented and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, and to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience leading a diverse team of Finance professionals.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience working with large multi-disciplinary teams and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset.
• Shared service experience: implementing and migrating to shared services
• Communication/interpersonal skills – interacting with front-line workers through to management and all hierarchical levels.
• Accepts responsibility and demonstrates a commitment to the delivery of tasks and targets.
• Willingness/ability to get more hands on as required.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be Innovative and vision-oriented with demonstrated ability to undertake strategic planning and implementation.
• Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks, and change priorities within tight time frames.
• Demonstrates and seeks accountability within the team.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Expertise with a variety of computer programs (e.g., MS Office)
• Motivated and willing to take ownership of tasks.
• Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes.
• Shares knowledge readily and encourages personal development.
• A valid driver’s license and passport.
• As required, the position is based in Vancouver, BC, with travel to the EPC contractor’s office in Houston, Squamish (site), and others.
• A valid driver’s license and passport.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.