Controller - Permanent - 19611

Controller - Permanent - 19611

About the Opportunity

Our growing client located in the central Ottawa area is looking for a Controller to join their dynamic, growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This organization fosters a positive work culture within a collaborative space, promoting professional growth and opportunities long-term.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Management of General Ledger and related Accounting duties
• Production of financial statements, prepare consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual results including Income Statements, P&L, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Management, ensure accuracy of preparation of Financials
• Evaluation of WIP, prepaids, accruals, asset management, holdbacks, and monitoring of aging; appropriate follow-up when necessary
• Oversee compliance of contract terms and ensure proper set up for projects including billing, costing, tax compliance, and labour requirements
• Oversee job costing, review of costing reports, and cost allocation, as well as providing insight to costing fluctuations and adjustments as needed
• Financial reporting, review of consolidated and statutory Financial Statements
• Financial analysis and financial management for complex accounting and modelling
• Assisting in the coordination and preparation of budget and financial forecasts, institute and maintain planning and control procedures and analyze report variances
• Preparing Month and Year End close
• Liaising with auditors, take an active role in internal and external Audit, providing required reporting
• Ensuring compliance as well as implementation of policies and procedures, monitoring for accurate and successful execution
• Actively provide support and mentorship to Accounting team
• Participate in other active projects and ad hoc reporting as needed

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Strong oral, written, and communication skills (English essential)
• Previous experience in the Construction industry
• Active CPA Designation, or in the process of obtaining CPA Designation
• 3+ years of experience in Accounting & Finance in a leadership capacity
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills, self-starter, collaborative

About the Job

The salary band for this role is $90,000 to $120,000, dependent on relevant previous experience.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to sgomi@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19611.

LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.