Finance Manager​/Acting Controller

Position: Contract Finance Manager / Acting Controller
Job Title:

Controller (CPA) – 6- 12 Month Contract

Location:

Downtown Toronto, Ontario

Industry:  Construction & Real Estate

Contract Length:  6 months (potential extension)

Start Date:

ASAP / Flexible

6-month contract  with potential for extension

Competitive hourly or daily rate (commensurate with experience).

On-site work, based in Downtown Toronto (5 days).

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced  Controller (CPA)  to join our team on a 6-month contract. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting leadership, proven experience in the construction and real estate sectors, and the ability to oversee full-cycle financial management for a growing organization. This role is based in our Downtown Toronto office and requires hands‑on involvement in operations, reporting, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

Oversee full‑cycle accounting, month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes.

Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, cash‑flow forecasts, and KPI dashboards.

Ensure compliance with ASPE/IFRS and internal accounting policies.

Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Construction & Real Estate Accounting

Oversee project accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, and project margin analysis.

Review and monitor project budgets, billings, progress draws, holdbacks, and subcontractor payments.

Manage accounting for property portfolios including leases, capital expenditures, depreciation, and property operating costs.

Leadership & Operations

Supervise the accounting team; provide mentorship, coaching, and performance management.

Manage external audits, tax filings, and banking relationships.

Optimize accounting processes, internal controls, and financial systems.

Support senior leadership with financial insights for decision‑making.

Contract Details

6‑month contract  with potential for extension

Competitive hourly or daily rate (commensurate with experience).

5 days on‑site work, based out of  Downtown Toronto .

CPA designation required (CPA CA, CMA, or CGA).

5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Senior Manager roles.

Direct experience in construction (WIP, job costing) and real‑estate accounting.

Strong understanding of ASPE/IFRS, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems;
Yardi a must.

Advanced Excel skills; strong analytical and problem‑solving ability.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

CPA designation (CPA CA, CMA, or CGA).

5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Senior Manager roles.

Experience in construction (WIP, job costing) and real‑estate accounting.

Strong understanding of ASPE/IFRS, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems;
Yardi a must.

Advanced Excel skills; strong analytical and problem‑solving ability.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

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