Controller Windsor

Controller – Permanent (Job )

City:
Windsor‑Essex | Salary: $+/yr | Added:
May 04, 2026

We are seeking a CPA designated Controller to join our client's team on a full‑time basis. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical accounting foundation in a project‑based environment.

The Controller is responsible for leading all accounting, financial reporting, and analysis functions across project‑driven construction and equipment rental operations. This position ensures effective internal controls, precise tracking of project costs, accurate asset accounting, and compliance with GAAP, while delivering timely financial insights to inform business decisions. Working closely with operations, project teams, fleet management, and senior leadership, the Controller plays a key role in enhancing profitability, optimizing cash flow, and improving overall operational performance.

• Lead the delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and meaningful management insights
• Maintain oversight of the general ledger, safeguarding the completeness and reliability of all financial records
• Review project financials, including contract performance, cost tracking, work‑in‑progress schedules, revenue recognition, backlog, and margin analysis
• Oversee receivables and collection activities, ensuring adherence to payment terms and minimizing outstanding balances
• Administer accounting and reporting for both owned and leased fixed assets
• Track capital expenditures and perform financial evaluations related to equipment and fleet investments
• Facilitate the annual budgeting cycle and analyze variances between actual results and forecasted performance
• Act as a key liaison during external audits, coordinating documentation and ensuring timely responses
• Prepare and organize required data to support corporate tax filings
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to members of the finance team
• Enhance financial processes and reporting capabilities through system improvements, data quality initiatives, and ERP optimization
• Ensure adherence to GAAP, internal policies, and established control frameworks
• Deliver on‑demand financial analysis and support strategic decision‑making for leadership as needed

• CPA designation in good standing
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive finance/accounting experience; previous experience as a senior leader in a project‑based environment
• Large ERP system and advanced Excel skills are required

Location:

Windsor, ON – on‑site role

Salary band: $100,000 to $150,000 depending on relevant previous experience

Applicants must be permitted to work in Canada.