Financial Controller - Chilliwack

Position Summary:

The Controller is responsible for the casino’s overall finance operations. This role provides hands-on leadership for accounting, reporting, budgeting, procurement, and regulatory requirements (including audit and compliance requirements), while overseeing and supporting the Staff Accountant and liaison with internal and external stakeholders as required.

Key Accountabilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

Oversee full-cycle accounting for the casino, including:

Gaming and hospitality revenue

Treasury and cash controls

Receivables, prepaids, and accruals

Indirect and withholding taxes

Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Review reconciliations, working papers, and journal entries prepared by the Staff Accountant

Prepare GAAP compliance financial statements

Respond to inquiries related to financial results and accounting treatment

Budgeting & Financial Oversight

Support the development and coordination of the annual operating budget

Review actual results against budget and provide variance analysis to operational leaders

Identify financial risks, trends, and opportunities for improved cost control

Responsible for overall purchasing activities, including ordering, demand management, supplier relationship, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives

Develop and implement purchasing strategy, procurement procedures and guidelines, and assist with establishing appropriate buying limits

Negotiate and review supplier contracts

Procurement

Compliance, Audit & Controls

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, gaming regulations, tax requirements, and internal controls

Oversee GST, PST, and withholding tax filings and remittances

Act as the primary finance contact for auditors, regulators, and external advisors

Review and strengthen financial processes and controls to improve efficiency and accuracy

Systems & Process Ownership

Maintain the integrity of accounting systems and sub-systems (e.g., Sage)

Play a key role in ERP setup, configuration, and ongoing optimization

Ensure financial documentation, policies, and procedures are current and audit-ready

People Leadership & Communication

Provide direction, coaching, and performance feedback to the Staff Accountant

Liaise effectively with the Site Lead and operational departments

Provide regular, plain-language updates to site leadership on financial risks, issues, and upcoming requirements

Present financial results at Board meetings

Education and Qualifications:

CPA designation

5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a senior or lead role

Strong understanding of internal controls, financial reporting, and tax compliance

Advanced Excel skills

Purchasing experience an asset

Experience with ERP systems (Sage experience an asset)

Comfortable operating independently and setting priorities in a small, fast-paced environment

Minimum Salary (CAD $)90000.00 - Midpoint Salary (CAD $)100,000.00 - Maximum Salary (CAD $) 110,000.00