Job DescriptionAre you a CPA who enjoys transforming complex financial data into meaningful business insights? Do you thrive in an environment where accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement are valued?
Join RCL as an Assistant Controller and play a key role in supporting financial reporting, accounting operations, compliance, and internal controls for one of Canada's leading specialty retailers.
Working alongside the Controller and Finance leadership team, you'll contribute to the integrity of our financial reporting while helping drive process improvements and supporting the organization's strategic objectives.
What You'll Do- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, analyses, and financial schedules.
- Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting disclosures in accordance with IFRS.
- Coordinate and support external audit activities, including responding to auditor requests and preparing required documentation.
- Assist with corporate tax compliance, tax provisions, and various regulatory filings.
- Monitor accounting standards and assess the impact of new accounting and reporting requirements.
- Support the development and maintenance of internal controls, policies, and financial reporting processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies, automate processes, and strengthen reporting capabilities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial expertise and support key business initiatives.
- Coach and mentor members of the accounting team while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing environment.
Qualifications- CPA designation (or equivalent professional accounting designation).
- 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, financial reporting, or corporate finance.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial statement preparation.
- Experience supporting external audits and working with internal controls.
- Understanding of corporate taxation and compliance requirements.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience working with ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization.
- A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for process optimization.
- Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic Canadian organization while expanding your technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
You'll work on complex and rewarding projects, gain exposure to senior leadership, contribute to strategic business decisions, and help shape the future of Finance at RCL. If you're looking for a role that combines technical excellence, business partnership, and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Apply today and join the team behind some of Canada's most recognized retail brands.Additional InformationWhat Sets Us Apart:- Ultimate Flexibility*: Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.
- Well-Being First: Access a comprehensive benefits program designed to take care of you.
- Flexible Time Off*: Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
- Exclusive Discounts*: Enjoy 50% off regular-priced items from PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
- Referral Rewards*: Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team
- Growth opportunities*: Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.
*Certain conditions apply
Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time, or under contract.
