Controller
Location: Burnaby, BC
Position Type: Full-time, permanent (in-person)
Salary: $90,000-120,000 per annum
Who We Are
Founded in 1997, we are Western Canada’s leading online grocery delivery service. We are powered by a highly automated and customized order management and delivery system. We utilize our own central distribution facilities, our own staff, and our own fleet of refrigerated vans across BC and Alberta.
Additionally, we operate Be Fresh Market retail stores in Vancouver and Blush Lane Market retail stores in Alberta. They are vibrant local markets that provide a convenient community-based shopping experience.
Beyond the online delivery expertise, we champion healthy eating, sustainable farming practices, local food sourcing, and the reduction of food waste.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Controller to support the accounting and financial reporting functions of Spud. Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will contribute substantially to the day-to-day accounting operations, supporting timely and accurate financial reporting, contributing to strong internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis and advanced Excel modelling.
The ideal candidate has broad experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and is familiar with the Microsoft cloud ecosystem.
The candidate is a collaborative accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in a fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Do
- Support and collaborate with the CFO and other members of the accounting department ensuring accurate and timely completion of all accounting activities and financial reporting.
- Ensure financial reporting complies with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.
- Contribute significantly while collaborating with the rest of the accounting team to complete month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Contribute to strong internal controls and financial processes to support operational efficiency and audit readiness.
- Support the CFO and other senior executives in dealing with external auditors, tax advisors, financial institutions, and shareholders.
- Assist with preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
- Support business planning initiatives through financial modelling and scenario analysis.
- Monitor working capital, cash flow, and treasury activities to support business objectives.
- Partner cross-functionally with internal teams to improve reporting accuracy and support business growth.
- Review contracts and agreements from a financial and risk management perspective.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements, including within Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
- CPA designation preferred.
- Broad experience using to Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and is familiar with the Microsoft cloud ecosystem.
- Advanced Excel financial modelling and forecasting experience.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and operational accounting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with others at all levels of the company.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Spud, you’ll be a key contributor to a passionate, purpose-driven team that believes great work and great impact go hand in hand. We celebrate hard work, curiosity, collaboration, and a desire to learn new skills.
You’ll join a company where sustainability isn’t a slogan. It’s a shared commitment that guides how we think, create, and grow together.
Our Values
Our values drive our success and guide our growth:
- Be an industry leader. We keep innovating and being the best at what we do.
- Work smart and deliver results. We reward hard work and be focussed.
- Learn, grow, and celebrate. Continual progress matters and so does enjoying the journey and helping each other succeed.
- Create amazing customer experiences. We’re passionate about delivering the best shopping experience for our customers.
- Lead with sustainability. Every decision counts: for our planet, our partners, and our people.
- Welcome different perspectives. Diversity makes us stronger.
- Stay committed and resilient. We show up with grit, passion, and purpose.
Inclusive Hiring at Spud
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the diversity within our team, welcoming different perspectives and experiences that make us stronger together.
Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Why are you interested in working for Spud?
- What is your soonest available start date?
- What are your annual salary expectations?
- Do you have experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365?
- Are you able to work on-site, 5 days a week at our South Burnaby office?
- Is there anything else you would like us to know about you or your application? Thanks for applying!
Work Location: In person
