Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

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Uptime Industrial is a leading provider of full-service industrial and commercial equipment repair, upgrades, installation and relocation across North America. As a service provider, our mission is simple – to keep our clients’ businesses running – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our recent growth and continued success stems not only from being highly trained experts in our craft, but also from our most important values: integrity and innovation.

These values are a big part of who we are and how we work. We are committed to always doing the right thing for the job, for our customer and most importantly, for our people and each other. To learn more about Uptime Industrial and the core values that shape our company today, visit

Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller is a key financial leader responsible for overseeing the company’s financial management, reporting, and compliance functions. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, ideal for a leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, service‑driven, project‑based industrial services environment.

In the immediate term, the Controller will be instrumental in supporting the transition from Sage 300 CRE to Service Titan integrated with Quick Books Enterprise. This includes configuring, testing, validating, and implementing new financial systems and workflows. Beyond implementation, the Controller will manage accounting operations, payroll oversight, tax compliance, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support Uptime’s continued growth.

• Partner with leadership, finance, and operations to configure and test financial workflows in Service Titan and Quick Books (AP, AR, GL structure, job costing, reporting).
• Support data mapping and integration between Service Titan and Quick Books to ensure accurate, efficient data flow.
• Assist in process design and documentation to replace Sage 300 CRE.
• Validate new accounting workflows, including invoice approvals, payment runs, reconciliations, and revenue recognition.
• Ensure invoicing, collections, and payments comply with Canadian tax requirements (GST/HST, PST) and contractual obligations.
• Develop training materials and SOPs for finance staff.

• Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger management.
• Direct and review payroll processing in ADP, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance (CPP, EI, income tax, remittances, T4/T4A, ROEs).
• Ensure compliance with Canadian tax laws, including GST/HST/PST remittances, corporate income tax, payroll taxes, and T‑slip filings.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and financial reporting packages.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and cash management.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and corporate policies.
• Manage year‑end audit processes and act as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting and finance staff; this role includes two direct reports.
• Continuously improve financial systems, reporting accuracy, and accounting workflows.
• Support executive leadership with financial insights that drive operational and strategic decision‑making.
• Provide hands‑on support on routine tasks as needed (invoicing, cash receipts, credits and adjustments, customer portal updates, vendor setup).

• Review WIP and provide real‑time project profitability insights.
• Analyze project performance and consult with operational teams to improve financial outcomes.
• Forecast cash flow requirements for upcoming projects and working capital needs.
• Support scenario planning, long‑term financial modeling, and project‑level financial guidance.
• Manage construction draw billing and project‑based financial schedules.
• Partner with project managers and site leaders throughout project life cycles to enhance financial viability.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned financial leader who thrives in a dynamic,…