Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is proud to provide high quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions to our clients across Canada. We are a highly respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta. Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats.

At NRSI we value our people and strive to provide a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment. This position offers a competitive hourly wage, annual profit sharing, a health and dental benefit program, RRSP contribution matching, Professional Development allowance, paid time off and additional bonus as well as the opportunity to work with other highly experienced staff. Work-from-home and other flexible scheduling arrangements can be made.

NRSI is looking for an experienced Controller to lead our Finance department. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Controller will provide financial leadership and oversee the organization’s Canada-wide accounting and financial operations for NRSI. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of financial activities and reporting, both internally and to our ownership group. The Controller will also provide financial insight and support to management and project teams in operational decision-making.

The successful candidate will work closely with leadership, project staff, company administration, ownership companies, external auditors, financial institutions, government agencies, and other stakeholders to support the organization’s financial health and continued growth.

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting and financial operations.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely internal and external financial statements throughout the year and at year-end.
• Coordinate activities with external auditors, accountants, tax advisors, financial institutions, and government agencies.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, invoicing, and general ledger activities.
• Complete/oversee bank, credit card, and other financial reconciliations.
• Monitor and reconcile tax installments, remittances, and refunds, including GST/HST reporting and remittances.
• Oversee payroll administration and related financial processes through ADP, including payroll reporting and reconciliations.
• Develop, monitor, and report on budgets, forecasts, key performance indicators, and other financial metrics to support management decision-making.
• Prepare financial analysis and provide recommendations to management regarding organizational performance, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support project teams with financial components of projects, including budget management, forecasting, financial analysis, pricing reviews, and analysis of actual versus budgeted performance.
• Provide financial expertise and support for proposals, business development opportunities, and other strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline financial processes, including invoicing, expense management, financial reporting, and other accounting functions.
• Oversee and support the effective use and continued improvement of BQE CORE and other financial systems used by the organization.
• Develop, implement, and maintain appropriate financial controls, processes, and procedures to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Participate in the hiring, onboarding, training, and development of additional accounting staff, when required, to support organizational growth.
• Maintain confidentiality…