Employment Opportunity: Controller
Are you a strategic financial leader ready to make an impact? Kings Energy Group is seeking a talented Controller to join our dynamic team. This position will be based out of our Edmonton, Alberta office and will require occasional travel to the Lloydminster office once per month (travel costs covered.) This is a pivotal role within our organization, where you will have the opportunity to shape our financial landscape and drive the success of our operations.
Kings Energy Group is a fuel and lubricant services company dedicated to providing its customers with fast, reliable fuel service. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Controller who shares our vision and is eager to contribute to our success. With a strong commitment to the community, we empower our team members to excel while contributing to the company’s vision for a brighter future.
What We Offer
· Comprehensive benefit plan
· Fuel discount at select service stations
Position Summary
As the Controller, your primary goal will be to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting while providing strategic oversight and analysis to support management decision-making. You will optimize working capital, lead corporate service functions (HR, IT, Accounting, and Administration), and maintain strong relationships with legal, tax accountants, banks, and insurance providers. Your focus on continuous improvement, risk management, and team development will be instrumental in driving the financial health and strategic growth of Kings Energy Group. This is a hybrid role with some travel to Lloydminster required once per month.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Oversee and execute month-end processes for all entities within the group, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
· Lead and develop our corporate service functions, including HR, IT, Accounting, and Administration, creating a collaborative and high-performing environment.
· Manage payroll processes in partnership with third-party providers, including employee onboarding, terminations, WCB estimates, and year-end payroll.
· Prepare and present monthly financial reporting packages to senior management and stakeholders highlighting key performance indicators and trends that drive informed decision-making. Provide in-depth commentary on analysis of costs, and profit margins, recommending improvements to optimize operational efficiencies, support business decisions, capital investments, pricing decisions and contract negotiations.
· Manage daily cash flow including overseeing bank relationships and accounts receivable collections.
· Lead the preparation of the annual budgets and financial forecasts, monitor variances and inform stakeholders of corrective actions as needed to align with corporate goals.
· Engage with legal counsel, tax accountants, banks, and insurance providers to prepare necessary documentation, ensuring compliance and optimizing financial strategies.
· Develop and maintain documented accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance.
Skills/ Competencies
· Resilient and analytical thinker who can break down complex issues to provide effective solutions.
· Inspires collaboration and motivates team members to achieve collective success.
· Prioritizes customer needs, both internal and external, exceeding expectations through proactive engagement.
· Cultivates strong communication skills to build trusted business relationships.
· Exemplifies accountability and ownership of tasks, ensuring high standards of performance.
· Maintains composure under pressure, adeptly managing competing demands.
· Proficiency in financial accounting software (InfoSys).
· Advanced skills in financial modeling and data analysis.
· Expertise in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Power BI).
· Familiarity with HR management software.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, Finance, Business or related field is required
· CPA designation or equivalent is strongly preferred
· 5+ years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
· 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory role, leading and managing a team effectively
· Demonstrate confident leadership abilities with a strong aptitude for managing team dynamics
· Proven track record in financial reporting, forecasting, cash flow management, and compliance with regulatory requirements
· Effective and persuasive presentation skills on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups and/or board of directors
· Experience leading corporate service departments is preferred
· Merger and acquisition experience is preferred
· Fluent in English, both written and spoken
About Us
Kings Energy Group is a growing wholesale bulk fuel distributor with branches located in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Kings is a leading provider of bulk fuel solutions, catering specifically to industrial clients in the segments of transportation, oil and gas, farming, and municipalities. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to meet the unique needs of our clients to help them drive success.
Kings Energy Group is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified and aspired individuals, including those from First Nation, Inuit, Métis, New Canadian, racialized, differently abled and LGBTQ2S communities.
We thank you for your interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Join our team as a Financial Controller where your expertise will contribute significantly to our financial health and strategic direction!
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to travel to Lloyminster, AB once per month?
- Do you have merger and acquisition experience?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Accounting: 5 years (preferred)
- management: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5S 1J7
