Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

About the Company Our client is a construction management provider. They are looking for a Controller to join their team!

Why Work Here Hybrid work arrangement with flexible culture

Good work life balance

Be a key player/ head of accounting in a values-driven company

Competitive compensation package inclusive of discretionary annual bonus

About the Opportunity Lead monthly and quarterly financial close, ensuring timely reporting of P&L, balance sheet, WIP, and cash flow statements.

Oversee all project cost accounting activities, including budgeting, progress billings, holdbacks, and change orders.

Drive accuracy and accountability in Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasting and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reviews.

Partner with operations to strengthen forecasting, margin tracking, and decision-making.

Oversee AR/AP, payroll, and cash management with strong internal controls and process discipline.

Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, connecting backlog and bid pipeline to financial planning.

Own and optimize our ERP system (Jonas Premier) — standardize data, automate reporting, and develop dashboards for actionable insights.

Coach and mentor the finance team, ensuring collaboration, development, and clarity in goals and performance.

Represent Finance in the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) — ensuring scorecards, Rocks, and Issues Lists drive meaningful results.

About YouCPA (CA/CGA/CMA preferred; 7–10 years in construction or general contracting, with strong experience in job costing, WIP, and revenue recognition.

Advanced Excel (Power Query/Pivot) and ERP proficiency (Jonas Premier experience is an asset).Deep understanding of ASPE/GAAP, progress billing, change management, subcontractor compliance, and bonding/insurance requirements.

Analytical, collaborative, and hands-on leader with a high sense of ownership, integrity, and calm under pressure.

A mentor and process-builder who enjoys improving systems, partnering with operations, and strengthening the financial backbone of the business.

Salary Range $120,000 - $130,000 / year

How to Apply

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This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring…