Controller - Permanent - 19202

We are seeking a CPA designated Controller to join our client's team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical accounting foundation in a project-based construction environment, along with the leadership skills to take on a broader administrative mandate.The Controller is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management for a well-established, multi-sector construction group of companies, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, and the development of internal control policies and procedures. This position leads financial risk management, safeguards company assets, and provides the timely, accurate financial insight that guides sound business decisions across the organization. Beyond finance, the role also includes oversight of the company's human resources processes and management of the relationship with its external IT provider, making this a key administrative leadership position.Duties include but are not limited to:Prepare head office overhead budgets in consultation with management, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data to recommend plansAchieve financial plan objectives by scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actionsManage cash flow by forecasting project and corporate cash requirements, monitoring balances, and ensuring liquidity to meet operational and project obligationsPartner with Project Managers, Estimators, and Operations to review project performance and margins, and improve the accuracy of future bidsPrepare and publish timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reporting on the company's financial condition to senior leadership and external stakeholdersOversee full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll for field and office staffMonitor the company's externally managed investment portfolio, reconciling third-party statements and reporting on holdings and returnsOversee project cost accounting, including job costing that tracks labour, equipment, and material costs against project budgetsLead quarterly work-in-progress (WIP) reviews with Operations and Project Managers, and apply percentage-of-completion revenue recognitionManage progress billings, subcontractor progress draws, holdbacks/retainage, and lien compliance under the Construction ActCoordinate regulatory reporting and manage government reporting requirements and tax filings, including CRA and WSIB obligationsEstablish, monitor, and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls;
coordinate external auditsManage accounting department operations and staff, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance reviewsOversee the company's HR function and manage the relationship with its external IT providerAbout You
The successful candidate will have the following:Diploma or degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related discipline8+ years of combined accounting and finance experience, with proven experience as a financial controller, preferably in the construction industryThorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, including general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close processDemonstrated experience preparing financial statements and regulatory reportingExperience with NetSuite or a comparable ERP is a strong asset;
familiarity with Procore or similar construction project management software is a plusStrong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities, with outstanding attention to detailAbout the Job
This is an on-site role located in Cambridge, ONThe salary band for this opportunity is $100,000 to $130,000 depending on relevant previous experience, together with a comprehensive benefits packagePlease note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.
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