Why BCAA?

Feel proud of what you do and help shape the future of BC at a BC Top Employer. We’re driven by purpose – delivering peace of mind to one in three BC households with insurance, roadside assistance, auto repair, Evo Car Share and Evolve E-Bike Share. With a long history of keeping roads safe and giving back in ways that build stronger communities, we offer a wide variety of meaningful, rewarding careers that move BC forward.
 

We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Controller to spearhead our Corporate Accounting, Insurance Accounting, and Tax functions at BCAA. You'll play a crucial role in shaping our accounting and tax planning strategies while ensuring we meet all regulatory requirements. You’ll oversee our investment portfolios and cash flow management, delivering timely and accurate financial reports that are crucial to our stakeholders.

As a senior financial leader, you'll foster continuous improvement within your teams and uphold the integrity of our financial information. Your expertise will be key in navigating business performance drivers and enhancing our financial reporting processes. Join us and make a meaningful impact on our accounting policies, internal controls, and cash optimization strategies!

Please note that this is a hybrid role based on our Burnaby, BC (British Columbia) Head Office. Applicants who are not located within commuting distance of our 4567 Canada Way office and/or are not looking to relocate to BC will not be considered for this position.  

Who you are:

• You bring extensive expertise in financial reporting and internal controls, adeptly navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

• You are proactive in developing and implementing tax-effective strategies, ensuring minimal auditor adjustments through diligent oversight.

• You excel in team leadership, fostering a culture of growth and knowledge retention within your department.

• You will work well under pressure. A fast-paced environment with complex projects, changing priorities and competing deadlines is no problem for you. 

• Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial people at various levels.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the timely production of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and relevance for BCAA.

• Oversee the preparation and submission of all statutory financial reports and tax returns while implementing tax-effective strategies.

• Lead the annual external audit process, ensuring minimal adjustments to financial statements and compliance with IFRS and ASPE.

• Supervise BCAA’s insurance accounting function, including regulatory filings and account analysis. 

• Develop and maintain accounting policies, handle the GL system (Epicor), and serve as the liaison for indirect tax inquiries.

• Hire, train, and coach team members, ensuring they have the skills needed to meet departmental objectives and manage their career development.

• Provide ongoing performance management and oversee pension administration and related compliance activities.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business with a concentration in Finance/Accounting from a recognized university, or university graduation in another discipline with related courses, and considerable on-the-job training

• Completion of the CPA designation, with public practice background

• Minimum 8 years of post-designation accounting, auditing, or business management experience, of which 3 years must have been in a supervisory capacity in a large or multi-entity organization

• Practical experience with IFRS required, additional experience with ASPE preferred

• Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, tax regulations, and investment reports

• Previous experience in public practice, an insurance, or other financial institution

• Experience with large, complex projects across multiple areas/divisions

• Working knowledge of financial, accounting, mathematical, and statistical models.

Internal Applicants: this is a management broadband position and the internal posting will close on November 8, 2024.

The salary range for this position is $115,000  to $157,000  and is determined via job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, market demand and internal equity. In addition to base salary and BCAA benefits, this position is eligible for a performance bonus target of 12.5%, with the opportunity to earn up to 20%. 

What we offer:

• The chance to make a difference every day in the lives of British Columbians, BCAA Members and our communities.

• Career and personal development to help you grow and reach your goals.

• Incentives that recognize team and individual sales and performance.

• Flexible benefits to support your health and lifestyle, and wellness dollars* to keep your body, mind and soul thriving.

• A competitive rewards package including salary performance bonus programs, pension plan*, and more to help build your personal wealth.

• Paid time off including vacation, and days for wellness, volunteering, and cultural, spiritual or religious connection.

• BCAA membership, with valuable perks and Member savings on every day and special spending, from gas and coffee to clothes, sports and event tickets, and hotels.

• Meaningful, rewarding work for a BC Top Employer known for putting people first and constantly building a better workplace for all our team members.

*for permanent employees

We’re always looking for amazing people like you. Apply today!

BCAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing accessible, inclusive employment. We have a long-standing partnership with the Presidents Group which strives to increase employment opportunities for people living with disabilities, and champion accessible employment in BC. If you need personalized support through application and recruitment, please contact [email protected].