Controller - Permanent - 19611

5 days ago

Ottawa, ON, Canada LRO Staffing Full-time $90,000 - $120,000 Contract

Controller - Permanent - 19611

Our growing client located in the central Ottawa area is looking for a Controller to join their dynamic, growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This organization fosters a positive work culture within a collaborative space, promoting professional growth and opportunities long-term.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Management of General Ledger and related Accounting duties
  • Production of financial statements, prepare consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual results including Income Statements, P&L, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Management, ensure accuracy of preparation of Financials
  • Evaluation of WIP, prepaids, accruals, asset management, holdbacks, and monitoring of aging; appropriate follow-up when necessary
  • Oversee compliance of contract terms and ensure proper set up for projects including billing, costing, tax compliance, and labour requirements
  • Oversee job costing, review of costing reports, and cost allocation, as well as providing insight to costing fluctuations and adjustments as needed
  • Financial reporting, review of consolidated and statutory Financial Statements
  • Financial analysis and financial management for complex accounting and modelling
  • Assisting in the coordination and preparation of budget and financial forecasts, institute and maintain planning and control procedures and analyze report variances
  • Preparing Month and Year End close
  • Liaising with auditors, take an active role in internal and external Audit, providing required reporting
  • Ensuring compliance as well as implementation of policies and procedures, monitoring for accurate and successful execution
  • Actively provide support and mentorship to Accounting team
  • Participate in other active projects and ad hoc reporting as needed

About You

  • Strong oral, written, and communication skills (English essential)
  • Previous experience in the Construction industry
  • Active CPA Designation, or in the process of obtaining CPA Designation
  • 3+ years of experience in Accounting & Finance in a leadership capacity
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Highly organized, strong attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, self-starter, collaborative

About the Job

The salary band for this role is $90,000 to $120,000, dependent on relevant previous experience.

Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.