Senior Controller

Stonemont Retirement Lifestyle provided pay range This range is provided by Stonemont Retirement Lifestyle. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range CA$120,000.00/yr - CA$130,000.00/yr Stonemont Retirement Lifestyle | Ottawa, ON At Stonemont, we are redefining what senior living can be — hospitality-forward communities designed for independence, dignity, and quality of life. With multiple residences now open and new developments underway, we are entering an exciting growth phase and building the systems to support a national platform. To support this expansion, we are seeking a CPA-designated Senior Controller to lead full-cycle accounting, strengthen financial controls, and develop scalable systems across our growing portfolio. This is a senior, hands‑on leadership role responsible for both day-to-day execution and building the long‑term financial foundation of the organization. If you are a detail‑driven CPA who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys building structure, and thrives in a dynamic, scaling environment — we invite you to apply. Position Summary The Senior Controller will provide disciplined financial leadership across the Stonemont portfolio, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and a consistent month‑end close process. You will lead full‑cycle accounting, develop meaningful financial analysis, and support informed decision‑making at the senior level. A core mandate of this role is to build a scalable financial reporting foundation . You will implement and refine accounting policies, standardize workflows, and strengthen systems and controls to support a growing multi‑site environment. You will work closely with operations, HR, and senior leadership to align financial structure with business needs and future expansion. You will oversee key operational finance areas — including payroll review, banking, vendor oversight, and regulatory compliance — ensuring efficient, audit‑ready processes. As new communities open, you will support seamless financial integration and reporting setup. As the position grows, you will help develop and mentor accounting talent at the site level, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ideal Candidate Profile 1) Core Competencies Financial Leadership & Integrity – Maintains the highest standard of accuracy and ethical oversight. Operational Excellence – Drives disciplined, consistent, scalable financial processes. Analytical Decision-Making – Interprets financial data to support business decisions. Systems & Process Improvement – Builds workflows and controls designed for growth. Collaboration & Influence – Partners effectively across functions and levels. Execution & Accountability – Delivers consistently and manages competing priorities. 2) Technical Skills & Knowledge Full-Cycle Accounting & Reporting General ledger, month-end, working papers, financial packages, and cash flows Systems Expertise ideally include: Yardi, QuickBooks, Payworks, and Advanced Excel (modeling, dashboards, pivot tables) Payroll & Operational Finance Payroll review and remittances Banking, loan schedules, trust accounts Oversight of AP and revenue processes 3) Personal Qualities High degree of precision and attention to detail Professional maturity and sound judgment Proactive, solutions-oriented, and improvement-focused Thrives in both hands‑on work and process creation Respectful, clear communicator with non-financial stakeholders Values integrity, confidentiality, and accountability 4) Education & Training Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development Previous Experience Required To be considered for this role, applicants must demonstrate prior experience: Leading full-cycle accounting and financial reporting across multiple entities, including month‑end and year‑end close, GAAP-based financial statements, reconciliations, and working papers Overseeing payroll review and statutory compliance , including T4s, ROEs, HST, WSIB, and source deductions Managing and reviewing AP, AR, and payroll functions performed by accounting team members Preparing and reviewing financial statements and consolidations , ensuring accuracy and consistency across entities Supporting external audits , coordinating year‑end processes, and ensuring audit-ready documentation Developing and maintaining internal controls, accounting policies, and standardized procedures to strengthen financial governance Preparing and monitoring cash flow statements , budgets, forecasts, and timely variance analysis to guide decision-making Managing banking relationships, covenant calculations, and lender reporting , including financial documentation for financing initiatives Creating or contributing to dashboards and KPI reporting to support management visibility and performance tracking Identifying and implementing process improvements and cost‑saving opportunities within financial operations Providing leadership and mentorship to accounting staff in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment Key Employment Terms Offered Full-time Employment Status Reports to: VP Finance Salary Range: $120,000-$130,000 Annually Health and Wellness Benefits Program Location: Ottawa, ON (with hybrid work arrangements considered) Application Process This search is being managed directly by Stonemont senior leadership. To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover message outlining your relevant experience directly and in confidence to: Chris MacGillivray VP Human Resources Stonemont Retirement Lifestyle Please note that while we appreciate all responses, only those selected for interview will be contacted. We sincerely thank you for your interest in Stonemont Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Real Estate and Accounting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Stonemont Retirement Lifestyle by 2x Get notified about new Senior Controller jobs in Greater Ottawa Metropolitan Area . #J-18808-Ljbffr