Controller
3 Month Contract- POTENTIAL FOR EXTENSION
MISSISSAUGA- ONSITE
$45- 55 HOURLY
Your New Role
The organization is seeking a Controller to join a commercial refrigeration and HVAC business in Scarborough, Ontario. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, overseeing job costing processes, and delivering timely financial insights to support both operational and strategic decision-making. Working closely with ownership, operations teams, and service managers, the Controller will lead the accounting function and provide financial leadership to support the continued growth and success of the business.
What You Need to Do:
- Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Manage budgeting and variance analysis to provide insights for strategic planning
- Own and execute a 5-business-day monthly close, ensuring accuracy and consistency
- Oversee profitability reporting by service line (service, maintenance, construction)
- Ensure accurate labor costing, technician productivity reporting, and overhead allocation
- Establish and enforce internal financial policies and controls.
- Ensure adherence to tax laws, corporate regulations, and financial reporting standards.
- Own sales tax compliance and reporting across all applicable jurisdictions including preparing and filing sales tax returns on time
- Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies for audits and compliance matters.
- Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring efficiency and professional development.
- Support senior management with financial insights for business growth.
- Develop financial strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis to support business expansion and investment decisions.
- Drive cost optimization and efficiency initiatives to maximize profitability.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Master’s degree is a plus.
- 6+ years of experience in financial management, accounting, or auditing roles.
- CPA preferred
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office, ERP systems and financial software (eg. Sage, and Coins).
- Experience in a service-based HVAC or construction industry preferred
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
- Experience with a unionized workforce would be a benefit
- Knowledge of Quickbooks is important
- High attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and ability to work under pressure.
What You'll Get in Return:
You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment. Client is offering competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a significant impact on our clients' success.
What You Need to Do Now:
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