Controller

1 month ago


Burlington, Canada Robert Half Full time

Our client is part of an established and successful global construction company with operations across Europe, UK, APAC and North America. Due to exciting growth and expansion, our client is adding a Controller to the team. This position is 100% onsite in the company's Canadian Headquarters in Burlington, ON.


Reporting to the North American President, the Controller will oversee the finance function for Canada and the US. The Controller will manage the Finance team and oversee daily accounting functions, review financial results and prepare and present financial reporting for the Senior Leadership Team in North America and at Head Office. The Controller will implement internal controls and policies/procedures for North America. The Controller is the key contact with key stakeholders (banks, auditors, insurance companies, etc) and will shape the North American Finance function.


To be considered for the position of Controller, you must be a designated CPA with 10 years of relevant work experience. Only CPA's with construction industry experience will be considered. The perfect candidate has experience in large construction companies with multi-million dollar projects combined with an entrepreneurial mindset. You must be able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. ERP implementation experience is an asset.


  • CPA designation
  • 10+ years of accounting experience
  • 5+ years of controllership experience
  • Construction industry experience is mandatory
  • Responsible for month end close, full cycle accounting, account reconciliations, financial reporting, financial planning and analysis
  • Prepare and present monthly financial results to Executive and Senior Leadership Teams
  • Implement policies and internal controls
  • Manage relationships with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, etc.
  • Finance business partner to North American Senior Leadership Team
  • Manage and comply with statutory reporting requirements
  • Manage corporate and indirect sales taxes
  • Support North American President with strategic decisions
  • Strong ERP system experience
  • Manage the Finance team

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