Cost Controller

**Job Title**: Cost Controller
**Location**: Lasalle (Montreal)

**Job Type**: Permanent, Full-Time

**About us**:
Strathmore is a leading provider of snow removal and commercial landscaping services in Canada. We have been delivering exceptional services for over 60 years to various clients, including businesses, universities, government agencies, and shopping centers. We pride ourselves on fostering a stimulating work environment that prioritizes employee we-being.

Strathmore has won dozens of prestigious landscaping awards over the years, setting the standard for excellence in the Canadian landscaping and snow removal industry.

We are also proud to be one of the most climate friendly, culturally diverse and employee-centric companies in Canada.

**About the Role**:
**Job Summary**:
The Cost Controller is responsible for tracking, analyzing, and controlling costs associated with business operations or projects. This role is responsible for P&L performance and that includes:

- Transactional Finance (AR, AP, GL)
- Budget and Forecast
- Cost Control and Analysis
- Cost Evaluation and Procurement Assistance
- Variance Analysis
- Other related tasks

This role ensures effective cost management by maintaining accurate financial data and collaborating with various departments to ensure budgets are adhered to and cost-saving measures are identified.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
- Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
- Monitor project and operational budgets, forecasts, and expenditures.
- Track and analyze actual costs vs. budget and report on variances.
- Prepare cost reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Support procurement and planning departments with cost data and analysis.
- Work closely with project managers to update project cost estimates and financial models.
- Develop and implement cost control procedures and reporting systems.
- Assist in the preparation of tender and contract cost evaluations.
- Identify and analyze areas of potential cost reduction and recommend solutions.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements (e.g. income statement, balance sheet, cash flow).
- Assist in month-end and year-end close processes.
- Provide financial analysis to support decision-making.
- Support in the Implementation of a new ERP

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
- 3-5+ years of relevant experience in an accounting role
- Professional Designations CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant)
- Multiple years (frequently 3-5+) of practical experience in cost accounting / cost control.
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, tracking cost to actuals, cost of goods sold (COGS), etc.
- Strong knowledge of accounting and cost control principles
- Ability to produce cost reports, analyze variances, model scenarios, and forecast.
- Analytical thinking and ability to interpret data.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Acomba, or similar)
- Familiarity with ERP systems or cost control software / tools
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
- Familiarity with Quebec and Canadian tax regulations
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills in French; English is an asset

**What we offer**:

- A dynamic and inclusive work environment with growth opportunities.
- Competitive benefits, including group insurance, wellness initiatives and RRSP/DPSP.
- A chance to play a key role in our company’s success and expansion.
- A commitment to diversity, collaboration and employee-focused initiatives.