Financial Controller

Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Controller will be responsible for the management of the day-to-day operations and leadership of the Operational Accounting and Corporate Finance departments of the Fort McKay Group of Companies.  The incumbent will work closely with Management and the Executive Team to accomplish the company’s goals and objectives based on the business and partnership plans.

This is a safety-sensitive position that may require completion of pre-employment/pre-access testing.

Key Focus

Lead, manage, and be proactive in all day-to-day finance and accounting, including functional responsibility in accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget reporting, financial reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Builds, develops, establishes, and maintains accounting protocols, procedures, and best practices.  Document business processes and policies to strengthen controls and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. Ensures compliance to stated policies and procedures. Analyze cash flow, cost controls, expenses, and financial statements.  Ensure quality control over financial transactions and reporting, and ensure records systems are maintained within acceptable auditing standards. Manage the financial and accounting requirements of the associated Service Lines of the company. Providing analysis and strategic advice on the financial implications of business activities and financial issues impacting divisional budgets to provide continual improvement of the budgeting process, and strategically enhance financial performance and support for all financial corporate decision making. Provide key resources and insights for operations for KPI’s, cost minimization, revenue recovery and be a trusted partner for operations leaders in building reporting, providing operational insights and providing meaningful commentary for actions and decisions. Possess the ability to distill data into meaningful recommendations for actions. Responsible for content, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting to the Management and Executive Team as required.  Report any trends that are critical to the organization's financial performance. Managing and leading the operational accounting and corporate finance team.  Work closely with team members and provide leadership, education, mentoring, evaluation, and constructive feedback on operational, finance, accounting procedures, and performance related matters.  Foster a cooperative and engaged team, resolve conflicts, and provide sounds decisions within the limits of authority. Maintains a respectful and positive relationship with service providers, and external clients, and acts as a liaison with various financial institutions and insurance providers. Create, coordinate and evaluate the financial programs and supporting information systems of the company to include budgeting, tax planning and conservation of assets Prepares various government remittances, ensures compliance with local, provincial, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings. Oversee the approval and processing of revenue, expenditure, position control documents, department budgets, mass salary updates, general ledger and account maintenance. Manage annual, external audit and audit requirements. Manage credit agreement and reporting requirements for all covenant requirements. Perform any related and/or additional duties as assigned.

Comply with Fort McKay Group of Companies Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policy. Maintain a positive commitment to the safety of self and others. Promote and assist in the effective implementation of Safety programs and processes. Act as a positive role model and support change. Actively participate in all department meetings and/or toolbox meetings. Actively participate in continuous learning. Perform other duties and projects as required by management.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

Completion of a post secondary education with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration is required. Candidates with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) considered an asset. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required. Knowledge in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. At least 10+ years of progressive experience in an Oil and Gas and Mining industry in a Finance or Accounting leadership role required. 10+ years of experience in supervising/managing a department is preferred. Exceptional knowledge of a full-cycle accounting practices and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and IFRS Strong experience in creating financial statements to IFRS and GAAP standards, general ledger functions and month end/year end close out process Strong knowledge and experience in finance, cash flow analysis, cost control and management Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including good oral, written communication, and listening skills Speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations, writes clearly and informatively. Strong conflict resolutions skills, with the ability to collaborate with other groups to mitigate and solve issues that may affect the contract or the Fort McKay Group of Companies. Must have strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Able to identify alternative solutions, consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

This is full-time position located in Fort McMurray, AB at the FMGOC satellite office.Work Schedule is Monday to Friday; 8 hours per day

What we offer:

Highly competitive wages 100% Company paid group benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dependent Life, Critical Illness, LTD, Health, Dental, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a Health Spending Account. Safe working conditions The opportunity to make a difference: Rewarding and engaging atmosphere where you will see your contribution at work and be encouraged to grow in your career Work-life balance: We know our people have places to go, people to see and good times to have and we support that!