Description
The ROSEN Group is a global leader in providing cutting-edge solutions in all areas of the integrity process chain. Since its origins as a one-man business in 1981, ROSEN has rapidly grown and continues to do so. The international technology group consists of a team of more than 4,000 employees operating in more than 120 countries. You can be a part of securing the safe supply of energy to people and businesses across the globe and help us all move towards an attainable and sustainable future. It is our ambition, above anything else, to contribute to a world where critical infrastructure and the supply of energy is not only efficient, but also protected and reliable.
Come join our growing team!
For more information about ROSEN go to www.rosen-group.com.
ROSEN is looking for a Controller, North America that will be based in Calgary, Alberta. This position reports directly to the Head of Finance, North America and will be a part of the Finance team.
The Controller, North America is a senior member of the Finance organization and is responsible for financial reporting, governance, controllership, compliance, internal controls, and ensuring effectiveness of Finance operations across Canada, United States and Mexico. The individual manages technical accounting for the Group and manages risks around process/controls, as well as budgeting/forecasting and providing business support to senior leaders within the organization.
Under direction from the Head of Finance, the Controller provides additional leadership and oversight across the North American Finance organization, while partnering closely with the Head of Accounting, Controlling/FP&A, Tax, and business leadership. The position is responsible for maintaining a strong financial control environment, while continuously improving accounting processes, financial systems, promoting standardization and automation.
The individual ensures that appropriate governance, controls, policies, organizational structures, and review mechanisms are in place to deliver reliable financial information and maintain a strong control environment.
The role is hands on, as well as leadership-oriented, with the ability to work through complex accounting matters, while developing and directing the North America Finance Team.
What will I be doing?
Financial Governance & Controllership
- Provide financial governance and controllership across North American entities.
- Maintain the integrity, reliability, and compliance of financial information.
- Establish Finance policies, standards, controls, and governance frameworks.
- Develop KPIs and coordinate FP&A activities to support business decisions.
- Provide guidance on complex financial matters and ensure accountability across Accounting, AP, AR, Tax, and FP&A functions.
- Monitor financial, compliance, and control risks, escalating material issues as needed.
Accounting Oversight
- Review consolidated and divisional financial statements and reporting.
- Evaluate significant accounting matters, unusual transactions, judgments, and risks.
- Ensure consistent application of IFRS-compliant accounting policies.
- Support resolution of complex accounting issues.
- Oversee close activities, reporting timelines, reconciliations, and transaction accuracy.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Develop and maintain budgeting, forecasting, and managerial accounting processes.
- Partner with business leaders on revenue, expense, workforce, and capital planning.
- Drive continuous improvement of controlling and financial planning practices.
Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Maintain a robust financial control framework aligned with Group standards.
- Ensure effective controls across key financial processes, including payroll, treasury, AP, and AR.
- Identify control gaps, oversee remediation efforts, and enforce appropriate segregation of duties.
- Monitor audit findings and assess control impacts of system and process changes.
Audit, Compliance & Statutory Governance
- Oversee audit, statutory reporting, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Partner with Accounting and Tax leadership to manage compliance obligations.
- Serve as an escalation point for significant audit and compliance matters.
- Ensure corrective actions are implemented and completed.
Finance Transformation & SAP
- Lead Finance transformation and process improvement initiatives across North America.
- Drive standardization, simplification, and automation of Finance processes.
- Support SAP S/4HANA, ERP, and other Finance technology initiatives.
- Ensure strong financial controls are embedded in new processes and systems.
- Improve productivity, data quality, and scalability through continuous enhancement.
Business Partnership
- Serve as a trusted Finance partner to North American leadership.
- Provide governance, compliance, and risk perspectives on key business decisions.
- Support strategic initiatives, investments, organizational changes, and integrations.
- Translate financial and control risks into actionable business insights.
Leadership & Team Development
- Support development of the North American Finance operating model.
- Provide leadership across the Finance organization and clarify functional responsibilities.
- Coach and develop Finance leaders, strengthen capabilities, and support succession planning.
- Lead and develop the Tax team, managing priorities, performance, and professional growth.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What are we looking for?
Qualifications
- CPA, or equivalent Professional Accounting Designation, required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, required.
- Previous experience as Controller or Director of Finance in a complex multi-jurisdiction company, required.
- Public accounting experience in Financial Audits and IFRS, required.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in senior finance leadership roles, demonstrating governance and oversight across complex finance operations.
- 5+ years of leadership experience, including responsibility for developing teams and influencing across functions.
- Strong understanding of financial accounting, internal controls, financial governance, audit, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience working with complex ERP systems, SAP preferred.
- Experience with financial transformation activities in line with a target operating model, an asset.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly detail oriented and diligent with time management to adhere to multiple compliance deadlines in a fast paced environment.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to travel between 10-20% of the time, preferred.
Additional Qualifications or Skills
Our Offer
ROSEN offers a competitive compensation package, including:
- Comprehensive Benefit plan
- Health & Wellness Program
- RRSP matching
- Volunteer Time Off
- Company paid basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Rewards and Recognition Program
- Access to Employee Empowerment Groups
- Hybrid working environment for certain positions
- Annual merit & career advancement increases
- Leadership growth & professional development opportunities
- Education Assistance Program
Legal Disclaimers This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. ROSEN is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and verification of eligibility to work in the country of employment. Please note: Employment sponsorship (e.g., work permits or LMIA-supported roles) is not available for this position, except for current ROSEN employees eligible under internal transfer or sponsorship policies.
