Financial Controller

Financial Controller

(Headingley Office)

If you’re driven by the pace of medium sized businesses, leadership and building financial systems that support growth, this is your role.

We’re hiring a Financial Controller to lead the financial function across Shelmerdine Garden Center and Geller's Design|Build Landscape with expansion of both businesses on the horizon. Reporting to the CEO/Owner and COO/Owner, this role is split evenly between both organizations and is responsible for leading the accounting team, driving financial strategy, and supporting leadership with high-level insights and decision-making.

This is a leadership position for someone who not only understands the numbers but knows how to use them to guide business growth, improve systems, and unlock efficiencies while doing the do.

Split of focus: 50% Geller’s Design Build Landscape | 50% Shelmerdine Garden Center.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health and dental benefits and RRSP matching
• Leadership Impact: Play a key role in shaping financial strategy and direction
• Growth Opportunity: Be part of expanding businesses with evolving needs
• Collaborative Culture: Work directly with ownership and leadership teams
• Dynamic Environment: Fast-moving, entrepreneurial businesses
• Hybrid Office : A flexible work from home option
• Company Discounts : Employee discounts applicable at Shelmerdine Garden Center & Geller’s Design | Build | Landscape
• CPA Membership : Annual CPA membership fees covered as part of our professional development package.

What You’ll Own

• Full oversight and hands on work for financial operations across both businesses, including GST & PST filings, month-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and maintenance of GAAP-compliant financial records
• Development, monitoring, and adjustment of annual budgets, including profit vs. budget reporting and ongoing weekly cash flow analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Financial strategy guidance to leadership through high-level and detailed financial reporting, including preparation of balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and participation in leadership meetings to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Continuous improvement of financial systems and processes, including identification and implementation of operational efficiencies across business units
• Preparation and coordination of year-end tax packages and audit support documentation, acting as the primary liaison with third-party accounting firms to ensure smooth year-end and audit processes
• Evaluation of new business opportunities through pro forma analysis and contribution to inventory management and operational planning discussions from a financial perspective
• Leadership and development of accounting team (2 staff), including performance reviews and oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll administration to ensure accuracy, efficiency, compliance, and strong financial controls

What We’re Looking For

• CPA designation or in the process
• 5-6+ years’ of progressive accounting/finance experience
• Proven leadership experience in accounting or finance roles
• Strong understanding of financial strategy, forecasting, and analysis
• Experience managing teams and conducting performance reviews
• Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and process improvement
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strategic thinker with a growth mindset
• Experience in multi-entity or multi-division environments is an asset