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Corporate Controller in Edmonton, AB

Corporate Controller Job Description

Corporate controllers oversee the accounting and financial reporting functions of a company and should have strong knowledge of CGAAP and financial reporting. Businesses prefer candidates with a CPA, a master’s degree in business administration, and experience working in public accounting. The job typically requires 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, including five years in a management capacity.

Typical corporate controller duties:

Managing accounts payable/accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting transactions. Performing analysis on financial results, trends, costs, and budgets. Preparing forecast reports for income, expenses, and earnings. Ensuring that accounting activities are in compliance with CGAAP and reporting requirements. Preparing tax schedules and returns, and ensuring that corporate income tax compliance is accurate. Creating and implementing policies and procedures to identify, resolve, and document accounting issues. Managing the annual audit process. Creating procedures to make the close and reporting processes more efficient and accurate.

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Salary for Corporate Controller in Edmonton, AB
130688 - 185269
25th percentile
130688
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
159131
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
185269
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
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