Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Job #5080 – Are you ready to step into a leadership role where your financial expertise will directly influence business strategy and growth? Join one of Ottawa’s most respected and award-winning companies as their Controller and become a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys balancing hands-on accounting responsibilities with strategic leadership.

You will oversee all aspects of the accounting function, mentor a small finance team, and collaborate with project managers and senior leadership to deliver financial insights that drive informed decisions, improve performance, and support the company’s continued growth. Main responsibilities include:

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

Prepare financial statements, management reports, budgets, forecasts, and business plans to support strategic decision-making

Manage cash-flow, banking relationships, financing, working capital, and treasury operations

Oversee project accounting, including WIP reporting, revenue recognition, job costing, profitability analysis, and financial performance

Direct core accounting functions, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax compliance, HST, WISB, insurance, and external audit coordination

Develop and strengthen financial policies, internal controls, accounting processes, and regulatory compliance to support business growth

Drive finance systems improvement, automation, AI initiatives, and reporting enhancements to improve efficiency and decision-making

Provide leadership to the accounting team, while partnering with senior leadership on strategic planning, operational improvements, and organizational growth.

Our client has built an excellent reputation over more than 35 years in Ottawa and is known for their collaborative culture, commitment to quality, and focus on continuous improvement. If you’re looking for an engaging role in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, professional development, and giving back to the community, this is it! Apply today.

Qualifications:

The main qualifications for this role include:

Completed CPA designation or in progress is preferred

Post-secondary education in finance and/or accounting

Minimum 6+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong understanding of ASPEPrevious experience in the construction industry is considered an asset

Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and coach

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient in Excel How You Will Be Rewarded:$100,000 – $125,000 salary range

Competitive bonus plan4 weeks’ vacation

Excellent benefits package

Free parking

Location:

Ottawa Internal Job #: 5080

Recruiter Name:
Matt Stevenson

How to Apply:

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Thank you for your interest! The recruiter responsible for this role will be in touch with those candidates whose skills and qualifications best match our client’s requirements. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered.

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