Controller

Northumberland Ferries Limited and Bay Ferries Limited, a regional leader in the transportation industry, is seeking a Controller. 

PRIMARY PURPOSE 

The Controller is responsible for ensuring the organization meets financial deadlines, adheres to financial regulations, and maintains utmost accuracy in record keeping.  This role reports to the Executive Director of Finance and works collaboratively on reporting, analytics, budgeting, projects, and team oversight.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the preparation of all monthly financial statements
• Support the activities of the Executive Director, Finance and the accounting team
• Assist with planning and forecasting the annual budget
• Provide financial analysis support, practices and procedures as they relate to finance
• Primary treasury function for all companies
• Monitor the financial policies, practices, and procedures of the operation
• Ensure the necessary internal controls are in place to safeguard the company’s assets and adhere to financial management policies
• Project work, as required
• Other related responsibilities, as required

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• CPA designation required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong leadership skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Desire to learn and continuously improve
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and motivated to learn in-house software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Due to the confidentiality and security obligations a criminal record check may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The workplace is the head office in Charlottetown, PEI. The hours for this position are generally from 8am to 4pm; however, as an essential industry that operates seven days per week, evening and weekend work will sometimes be required.  Some travel to vessels, terminals, and other company locations will also be required.

The contents of this career posting highlight some of the essential duties of the Controller position. The incumbent may be assigned other duties as required within the scope of the role and/or to meet the needs of the Company in a changing environment.  

OUR COMMITTMENT

We are committed to employment equity and actively recruit candidates from designated groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities).

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