Job Description

Junior Controller

Company: Vantage Commodities Inc.
Location: Vancouver, BC (with operations across Canada and the USA)
Position Type: Full-Time, on-site (Remote work by management approval)
Start Date: As soon as possible

About Us

Vantage Commodities Inc. is a dynamic and growing lumber trading company serving markets across Canada and the United States. We pride ourselves on being agile, transparent, and committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a Junior Controller who is ready to grow with someone analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownership of the company's financial operations.

About the Role

The Junior Controller will play a key role in managing and improving the company's financial processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. This position is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced trading environment and enjoys having a direct impact on company growth.

Key Responsibilities

The Junior Controller's duties include, but are not limited to:

Ensuring timely payment of all mills and prompt processing of supplier invoices. Managing customer receivables and collections while maintaining current accounts. Monitoring and optimizing internal cash flow for operational efficiency. Coordinating with financial institutions (including BMO and others) on banking operations. Overseeing financial reporting on aged inventory and trader commissions. Administering payroll and ensuring accurate, timely salary payments. Coordinating quarterly and annual tax filings with MNP or other accounting partners. Managing employee benefits programs (medical, dental, etc.) with management approval. Supporting hiring and supervision of administrative and back-office staff as the company grows. Ensuring compliance with federal, provincial, and state financial reporting requirements. Maintaining organized reload and carrier contracts and ensuring timely carrier payments. Upholding company policies on confidentiality, ethics, and financial integrity.
Qualifications & Skills

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA designation or enrollment is an asset).

Experience: 2-5 years of accounting or controller experience.

Technical Skills:

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis, financial modeling). Strong QuickBooks proficiency. Comfort working with AI tools to streamline financial reporting and analysis.
Soft Skills:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent communication and organizational abilities. High degree of professionalism, integrity, and discretion. Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
Work Hours

Standard hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Additional hours may be required to meet reporting deadlines.
Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Extended health and dental benefits (subject to company plan terms). Paid vacation and sick leave per the BC Employment Standards Act. Opportunity to grow into a senior finance leadership role as the company expands.
Confidentiality & Ethics

All employees are expected to uphold strict confidentiality and the highest ethical standards in handling company and client information.

How to Apply

If you're competitive, driven, and ready to build a career in trading, we'd love to meet you. Please send your resume and cover letter?to?valeriah@vantagelumber.com, using the subject line: Junior Controller - Vantage Commodities Inc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person