Job Description

Are you a highly skilled, financial expert? Do you have experience in financial analysis, budget management, strategic planning, forecasting and financial reporting? We are seeking an accounting professional for the position of Controller to oversee our financial operations to work out of our Avonlea, Saskatchewan location.

For you to be an effective Controller you:

Have strong accounting and business acumen understanding financial concepts such as budgets, financial statements, ratios, cash flow, Return on Investment (ROI), Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), and Net Operating Return on Assets (NORA) Communicate effectively with the ability to translate complex financial information Adapt to a variety of personalities and have exceptional interpersonal skills since you lead a team and liaise with all departments, senior leaders, owners and third parties Think strategically with strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills, and impeccable ethics Influence, motivate, and empower staff to work towards a common goal and achieve greatness.

For you to be selected for an interview you have:

5+ years experience managing and analyzing all accounting and financial activities at a senior level to provide recommendations and implement improvements A degree in accounting but will consider the equivalent in experience. The CPA designation is a strong asset. Proficiency with accounting systems and in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Payroll experience, Payworks preferred, and knowledge of Employment Standards Familiarity with an agriculture dealership Willing to live within a 90 km radius of Avonlea, Saskatchewan

What may be important to you:

Our salary is competitive to market and reviewed annually. We offer group medical benefits, health spending account, matched pension that increases after three years of employment. Monthly cell phone allowance, along with paid vacation, training and development.

Who we are:

Nelson Motors and Equipment is a family owned, 5 location John Deere agricultural dealership in southeast Saskatchewan Canada. Since 1959, the family owners have been actively involved in the day-to-day operations and strive to know their employees on a first name basis. We recognize work anniversaries and have an active social club. We value commitment, honesty, appreciation, motivation, and partnerships. Supporting community is important to us as is employee development and training opportunities.

How to apply:

If belonging to a successful, down-to-earth, company that feels like family, is important to you, we want to hear from you. Through our online company application portal, send us your cover letter and resume that outlines how your background fits this position. If you send by email, you risk the application being missed.


The community of Avonlea is located within 45 minutes from the capital city of Regina and the thriving city of Moose Jaw. It's an active, rural community with recreation facilities, care home, fitness center, scenic regional park and K - 12 school.


By joining Nelson Motors and Equipment, you can be assured of a close-knit, casual, yet hard-working environment. Come join us.