The Role
Reporting to the CFO, the Controller completes the accurate and timely operation of the finance and accounting function by performing a variety of day-to-day and period ending accounting tasks for the operations of the company. The Controller will use a proactive approach to improving processes and controls while effectively managing competing priorities.
Responsibilities include:
Managing the company’s overall accounting system.
Managing and completing entries to the general ledger and managing the monthly closing process.
Managing the accounting ledger for multiple residential marketing projects, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and HST.
Continuously managing and reviewing cash flow for all companies
Preparing monthly margin reporting to the banks for any active construction loans
Overseeing all HST remittances for all companies.
Supervising all cheque runs and EFTs, for all companies.
Supervising and completing monthly bank reconciliations.
Preparing and approving journal entries.
Maintaining all supplier and customer records up to date.
Preparation of financial statements and presenting monthly updates to the owners.
Reviewing and approving Statement of Adjustments.
Preparing and analyzing financial reports for any active construction loans.
Working with our Chartered Accounting firm in the preparation of corporate year-end filings.
Supervising several Accounting Clerk(s).
Ad hoc analysis for Senior Management/Owners
Job Requirements:
CPA Designation.
Minimum 5 years of direct work experience in an accounting & finance role. Experience in working in a similar role within the construction industry is an asset but not mandatory.
Highly organized, detailed orientated, and able to multi-task and excellent project administration and management skills.
Excellent people management and relationship skills.
Strong analytical abilities and computer literacy including use of email software, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc).
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
Newstar experience is preferred. (Training will be provided if not)
