Assistant Controller (15-month contract) in Edmonton, Alberta at Booster Juice

As Canada’s original juice and smoothie bar, Booster Juice is renowned for offering premium smoothies, fresh-squeezed juices, and delicious hot food items that cater to our customers' active lifestyles. With over 450 locations nationwide, Booster Juice is committed to providing nutritious products that our customers can feel good about. Join us and be part of a vibrant and innovative team that's driving growth and excellence.

The Assistant Controller oversees all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and compliance activities for Booster Juice’s corporate entities. The successful candidate must be available to commence no later than early August 2026 and ideally would possess experience with Sage 300 — the company’s primary accounting and ERP platform. Our finance team plays a pivotal role in supporting franchise partners, managing corporate financials, and enabling strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee AP and AR functions, ensuring accurate coding, timely processing, and adherence to authorization workflows
• Review and approve payment runs, wire transfers, and EFT batches within authorized limits
• Monitor AP and AR aging reports; proactively manage overdue balances and escalate as required
• Maintain and update rolling quarterly forecasts and multi-scenario financial models
• Internal Controls & Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with all CRA obligations including GST/HST remittances

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE (or IFRS as applicable)
• Manage the full month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely completion and accuracy
• Prepare consolidated financial reporting across corporate entities and franchise-related structures

Team Leadership

• Directly supervise the Accounts Payable and Receivable staff (3 individuals)
• Manage the day-to-day workload, performance feedback, and development for direct reports
• Support the Director on financial analysis, investor/board presentations, and strategic projects

What you bring:

• Sage 300 Expertise is preferred
• Advanced working knowledge of the following: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank Services, and Intercompany Transactions
• Demonstrated ability to design and generate custom financial reports
• Experience performing data integrity audits and resolving posting errors, out-of-balance conditions, or sub-ledger discrepancies without external assistance
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability of AI – Claude, Gemini, Co-pilot

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in an Assistant Controller or equivalent senior finance leadership role
• Active CPA designation (CA, CGA, or CMA legacy designations accepted) — candidates without a current, valid CPA designation will not be considered
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Prior experience in a multi-entity, franchise, or retail/QSR (quick service restaurant) environment is considered an asset

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modelling, and data validation
• Strong knowledge of ASPE; working knowledge of IFRS is an asset
• Solid understanding of Canadian tax compliance: GST/HST, payroll remittances, and corporate tax filing obligations

Professional Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail with a demonstrated commitment to accuracy in financial outputs
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines
• Clear and confident communicator capable of translating complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders
• High degree of discretion when handling sensitive financial and personnel information
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while aligning with Director of Finance

This position is a fixed-term contract for the duration of the incumbent’s maternity leave. The contract is anticipated to run from August 2026 through October 2027, with an exact end date subject to the incumbent’s return. The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in the company's health and dental benefits, as well as in our Employee Assistance Plan. A structured onboarding and transition period will be provided at commencement. There is no guarantee of permanent employment upon conclusion of this contract; however, exceptional candidates may be considered for future opportunities as they arise.