Controller in Calgary, Alberta at Lammle's Western Wear Ltd

Lammle’s Western Wear and Tack operating since 1983, is family owned and operated in Calgary, Alberta. With stores located throughout Western Canada, we serve both rural and urban centers. We provide authentic western wear for the entire family, in addition to selections of tack for both Western and English equine enthusiasts.

Role:

The Controller will oversee and work closely with the Senior Management team to deliver and provide the financial and accounting services for Lammle’s Western Wear corporate office and all store locations. The Controller’s principal responsibilities are in the areas of: Finance, Information System Management, Inventory control and risk management.

Responsibilities:

Accounting

· Participate as a member of the Senior Leadership team in setting the strategic direction of the company, and reflecting this in the annual financial plan.

· Oversee and manage the month-end financial statement process ensuring that it is performed on a timely and accurately basis, identifying and implementing identified process improvements.

· Prepare monthly and yearend Financial Statements

· Prepare accounting working papers, including but not limited to, cash flow, bank reconciliations, trial balance, account lead sheets, journal entries

· Manage the review engagement process, timetable and deadlines with external advisors.

· Manage physical inventory counts and ensure accuracy in valuation

· Work closely with team members to support monthly deliverables as required and ensure reporting deadlines are not missed.

· Ensure the accuracy, integrity and completeness of all financial records.

· Coordinate with external accountants, all required tax reviews, compliance reporting, and tax strategy.

Finance and Planning

· Management of annual budget process

· Coordinate the development of a management reporting system with key Managers including critical metrics and KPI’s

· Analysis of financial statements and presentation to senior management

· Develop long-term capital plan based on long range business plan

· Manage cash flow and ensure all payments are made as required

· Anticipate borrowing needs, building and maintaining cash forecasts

· Responsible for asset protection including commercial insurance coverage

· Oversee and review payroll function, ensuring employees are compensated in a timely manner and government remittances are made on time

· Ensure compliance with all contractual agreements and debt covenants

· Ensure timely payments of all required tax payments and instalments.

· Ensure GST compliance and processes

· Liaise with CRA on taxation matters and is the primary point of contact for all CRA reviews and audits.

Information System and Technology and Processes:

· Participate in collaborative development of appropriate IT infrastructure including applications software and the required hardware system. Oversee and manage maintenance of the system.

· Make recommendations for improvement of policies, controls and processes through use of technology.

· Participate in promoting a culture of continual improvement, looking for opportunities to streamline and automate processes in accounting, merchandising and operations.

· Design, develop and maintain accounting and finance procedures which comply with accounting and legal standards

· Maintain an efficient system of policies to adequately control inventory

· Manage workflows and technology integrations across all departments

· Protect assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls.

· Perform rolling tests of controls in store locations, head office, Ecommerce and warehouse

Skills:

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in an organized and timely fashion with proven track record of delivering on projects and process improvements

· Excellent communication and organizational skills

· A creative problem solver, pro-active and able to use initiative to develop solutions

· Ability to build and develop positive relationships with stakeholders and external advisors

· Demonstrated team-building skills including experience in goal setting, motivating, leading, evaluating and developing a high-performance team.

Qualifications:

· A University degree from a recognized post-secondary institution and a professional accounting designation, preferably a CA designation

· 5+ years working at progressively senior financial roles within mid-sized organizations, preferably retail

· Proficiency with Microsoft365, with Master level Excel skills and experience in all MS Office programs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Dental care

• Employee assistance program

• Extended health care

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 8 years (required)

• Management: 5 years (required)

• Retail Apparel: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person