Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Overview   Controller/Director of Finance (Portfolio Companies)  — Comp: $90-$120k annual salary, bonus 10% + equity/options.  Company:  Elevate Service Group.  Portfolio:  Infinity Group Construction, First Choice Maintenance, Charged Electric Services.

Location:

In-Office | Burlington, ON, Canada.

Reports To:

CFO / Executive Leadership.
About Elevate Service Group  Elevate Service Group is a leading facility management and essential commercial services platform. Our operating companies bring 20+ years of experience and a strong reputation for delivering comprehensive solutions to national retailers, restaurants and property managers. As a rapidly growing Ontario-based holding company, we are acquiring and scaling high-quality service and manufacturing businesses.
Our strategy focuses on disciplined roll-ups, operational excellence, and building best-in-class go-to-market engines across our portfolio companies. With the recent acquisitions and continued expansion across our group, we are currently looking for a Controller / Director of Finance who is both a technically sharp CPA and a veteran of complex consolidations.
Responsibilities   Overseeing public company financial reporting and ensure compliance with regulations.
Developing and implementing financial strategies to support business growth.
Ensuring accurate and timely financial data for decision-making.
Ensuring high visibility of financial activities and results.
Leading audits and liaising with external auditors as needed.
Monitoring and analyzing financial performance metrics regularly.
Preparing budgets and forecasts to guide financial planning.
Providing insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
Collaborating with teams to drive accountability and performance.
Identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
Supporting due diligence processes by coordinating reviews and mitigating transactional risks.
Supporting professional development initiatives within the finance team.
Experience/Qualifications   A solid understanding in public company audits (ideally prior experience with Big 4 or mid-tier firms i.e. MNP, Grant Thornton, BDO, Baker Tilley etc.).
A builder mindset, having successfully navigated or supported ERP implementations.
Prior M&A due diligence experience is a plus.
Proven experience in financial reporting and compliance management.
Strong analytical skills to monitor and interpret financial performance metrics.
Experience in developing financial strategies for business growth.
Ability to prepare and manage budgets and financial forecasts.
Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams for performance improvement.
Ability to identify cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements.
Experience in leading audits and working with external auditors.
Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.

Whats in it for you?

(Salary, Commissions & Benefits)   Enjoy the on-site location in Burlington, ON, Canada, where collaboration and innovation thrive.
Base compensation: $90k-$120k + 10% cash bonus + equity/options, employee health benefits, paid vacation.
Equal opportunity employer. We will contact only applicants considered for the position.

Note:

Elevate Service Group uses AI-enabled tools to sort and screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review.

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