Corporate Financial Controller (Construction)
Halifax, NS
Our client, Westwood Developments, is a diversified real estate organization engaged in commercial and residential land development, construction, acquisitions, and property management. Over the past 30 years, Westwood has developed more than a thousand residential units and continues to lead some of Halifax’s most high-profile developments, including The Mills and Richmond Yards, playing a key role in shaping the future of a growing city within the beautiful province of Nova Scotia.
We are pleased to partner with Westwood Developments as they look to add a Controller to their growing finance team, based on-site in Halifax, NS.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with regulatory and accounting standards. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical accounting expertise with team leadership and continuous process improvement in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
Manage and oversee all accounting and financial functions of the organization, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting across a group of related entities.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and financial processes to safeguard assets, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and accounting standards.
Provide leadership and guidance to a small accounting team (4 direct reports), including hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and ongoing development.
Manage cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and reporting to senior management.
Oversee construction-related accounting and shared resource billings within the group of companies, as well as review commercial leasing activity, including CAM reconciliations and tenant recoveries.
Coordinate audits, reviews, and year-end working papers, and act as a key liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial partners.
Participate in the development and improvement of financial systems, policies, procedures, and reporting tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Collaborate with operational leaders to provide financial analysis and insights that support informed business and investment decisions.
Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to senior management as required.
CPA designation (or near completion).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including people leadership, within a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
- Strong technical accounting skills, with a solid understanding of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).
- Hands-on experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
- Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal controls.
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage small teams with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement.
- Experience in real estate, construction, or property management accounting considered a strong asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems; experience with property management software is an asset.
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