Job Description

Aspen thrives on taking on the biggest heavy haul design and manufacturing challenges in North America. Ready to roll where others fear to tread, the Aspen approach is built on a foundation of tenacity, perseverance, and unwavering determination – just like the people who use them. Aspen is a growing business looking for people with energy, drive and passion to contribute to our team.

The Accounting Manager / Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting operations for a Canadian trailer manufacturing company with operations in both Canada and the United States. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, compliance with Canadian and U.S. tax and regulatory requirements, and effective coordination across all divisions, including Manufacturing, Sales, and Parts & Service.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
• Manage the full-cycle accounting process for Canadian parent and U.S. subsidiary entities.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate consolidated financial statements.
• Maintain compliance with ASPE and U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare variance analyses, dashboards, and reports for the CFO.
Cross-Border Operations & Transfer Pricing
• Manage all intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Ensure CRA and IRS transfer pricing compliance.
Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Support
• Oversee manufacturing cost models, BOM accuracy, labor allocations, and WIP valuation.
• Support Production with standard costing and variance analysis.
Parts & Service Oversight
• Manage accounting processes for Parts & Service including inventory, warranty, labor revenue, and core returns.
Taxation & Compliance
• Coordinate Canadian and U.S. corporate tax, payroll tax, GST/HST, and state sales tax filings.
• Support external audits.
Treasury & Cash Management
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital, and banking relationships.
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
• Develop and maintain internal controls.
• Standardize accounting procedures and improve processes.
Leadership & Team Management
• Supervise a team of three accounting staff, all based in Leduc.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance management.
Qualifications
• CPA designation preferred.
• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership experience.
• Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required.
• Strong ERP experience, especially VISUAL Manufacturing.
Key Performance Indicators
• Timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Accurate costing and inventory valuation.
• Compliance with audit, tax, and transfer pricing rules.
• Team development and efficiency.
Why Join the Company
• Leadership role with direct operational impact.
• Growing North American manufacturer.
• Supportive leadership team and opportunities for growth.

Apply now to join North America’s premier supplier of heavy haul transportation equipment! Aspen Custom Trailers is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company poised for significant ongoing growth. Thank you for your interest in Aspen Custom Trailers. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If you would like to know more about Aspen, please visit www.aspentrailer.com