Junior Controller

BIS Safety Software is a fast-paced, high-growth organization providing leading software for the safety industry. We are expanding our accounting team and are looking to add a Junior Controller to join our dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on analysis, problem-solving, and taking ownership of their work to drive meaningful change.

About the role

This position is all about enhancing efficiency and creating impactful insights through detailed financial analysis. You’ll be responsible for supporting month-end processes, reviewing journal entries, analyzing financial data, and ensuring accounting standards are met.

The role is onsite at our Sherwood Park office. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Month-End Support: Assisting with month-end close, including reviewing and posting journal entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Financial Analysis: Analyzing revenue, product performance, and client profitability to help uncover key trends and insights.
• Account Reconciliation: Verifying and reconciling accounts, ensuring accuracy in financial records.
• Process Automation: Collaborating on process improvement initiatives, particularly in PM cases, to streamline operations and increase efficiency
• AR/AP: Acting as a support for accounts receivable and payable functions to aid the team during peak periods
• Case Analysis: Supporting case reviews by assessing the accounting impact, ensuring entries align with business goals
• Problem Solving: Investigating discrepancies and resolving issues independently, working closely with leadership to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Leadership Support: Taking on tasks to free up senior team members’ capacity, allowing them to focus on higher-level priorities.

What you bring to the table:

• Proactive and Independent: You take initiative, think critically, and can work autonomously to complete tasks efficiently
• Detail-Oriented: You have exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of your work
• Problem-Solving Skills: You enjoy digging into complex accounting problems, finding solutions, and understanding the story behind the numbers
• Adaptability: You thrive in dynamic environments and can pivot quickly when priorities change
• Collaborative Team Player: You work well with others, providing support and fostering a team-oriented atmosphere
• Analytical Mindset: You have the ability to interpret data, uncover insights, and present actionable recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years accounting experience at an intermediate to senior-level accounting position
• Professional accounting designation (e.g., CPA) or equivalent
• Technologically savvy with intermediate to advanced skills in Excel (e.g. pivot tables); Power BI, ERP implementation and/or AI experience
• Previous experience in operational finance or industry-specific role is a must
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate numbers into actionable insights.

Bonus points if you have (these are assets, but not required):

• Experience as a team lead or supervisor in a previous role 

Job ID #T202412-06CJC

Why join us

At BIS, we pride ourselves in being very entrepreneurial in nature. Our office is an open environment that lends itself to collaboration and organic learning. We integrate new ideas and best practices quickly when they further the development of our software and company. This flexibility is a key part of our culture and a reflection of our insightful and collaborative team.

Another key part of our culture is our purposeful avoidance of titles. We don’t use job titles as they don’t reflect the value we place on humility. And we lead with our heart, treating all our customers and team members with integrity and compassion.

We are looking for like-minded individuals who are interested in growing with us.

In addition, we also offer the following:

Comprehensive benefits package

Health spending account

Growth opportunities

Flexible working hours

On-the-job training

Work-life balance

Free on-site parking

Social committee

Fun, open and collaborative environment

Be More Than an Employee

BIS is a company where you can not only grow your career but also share in the success you help create. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allows you to own a piece of the business and build equity in the company’s future.

We'd love to hear from you

If this describes you, please submit a creative application that is sure to grab our attention. Submit your résumé and cover letter in confidence through this posting.

Visit our Careers Page to learn more.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.