Controller,Finance & Banking,Financial Manager Job St Catharines area,St. Catharines Ontario Canada,Finance & Banking

Location: St. Catharines

As Controller, you will own accounting and financial reporting for a multi-site Construction group and act as a hands-on finance leader who is visible, trusted, and engaged with the business.

This role is built for someone who enjoys being out in the operation
, not just reviewing results after the fact.

Top 3 Reasons to Join

1) You’ll Be a True Business Partner - Not a Back-Office Accountant

This role is built for someone who wants to be in the business
, not reacting after the fact.

You’ll work closely with operational leaders, spend time on-site, and influence decisions that impact real projects, real teams, and real infrastructure. Your work will be visible, valued, and used.

2) Leadership, Stability, and Long-Term Thinking

This is a privately held, multi-generational organization that values stability, relationships, and doing things properly.

There’s no quarterly earnings pressure, no constant restructuring, and no fire-drill culture. Leaders invest in people who want to grow, stay, and build credibility over time.

If you’re looking for a place where strong performance leads to trust and opportunity ... this is it.

3) A Well-Rounded Total Rewards Package (That’s Often Missed in This Market)

Beyond a competitive base salary, this role includes:

10% incentive bonus (clearly defined and achievable)

Employer-funded pension (6% after one year - no employee contribution required)

~$11,000 annual car allowance
, paid in cash

Day-1 health benefits

A realistic hybrid model after onboarding

Taken together, this is a material step up in overall value for the right candidate.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Financial Leadership

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for the Construction group

Deliver clear variance analysis, risk identification, and actionable insights

Maintain accuracy and integrity of general and subsidiary ledgers

Prepare year-end working papers and support audited financial statements

Planning & Controls

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes

Strengthen and maintain internal controls

Ensure accurate construction data within the ERP environment

Operations Partnership

Build strong relationships with operational leaders

Spend time on-site understanding how the business runs

Participate in operational, financial, and leadership meetings

Act as a financial partner - not a desk-bound reviewer

Compliance

Prepare corporate tax filings and regulatory submissions (T5, T5018)

Complete annual contractor rating and regulatory reporting

Ensure compliance with applicable standards

People Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop two direct reports

Set expectations, provide feedback, and raise the quality bar

Be visible, approachable, and invested in your team’s success

What Success Looks Like in the First 6 Months

Operations trust you and bring you in early

Your team is confident, supported, and delivering strong work

You understand the construction business well enough to challenge assumptions

Reporting is accurate, timely, and decision-ready

You’re viewed as part of the leadership team, not just finance

CPA,Reporting,Reporting & Analysis

CPA designation

7-10 years of progressive accounting experience

Proven people leadership experience

Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, analysis, reporting)

Comfort with driving, site visits, and monthly travel to Hanover

Valid Ontario G driver’s licence

This is not a desk-only or remote-first role.

Construction or project-based accounting

Manufacturing or asset-intensive environments

ERP experience (Oracle an asset; training provided)

Industry background is less important than leadership mindset and comfort being in the field
.


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Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager