Controller

Are you ready to step into a leadership role where your financial expertise will directly influence business strategy and growth? Join one of Ottawa’s most respected and award-winning companies as their Controller and become a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys balancing hands-on accounting responsibilities with strategic leadership. You will oversee all aspects of the accounting function, mentor a small finance team, and collaborate with project managers and senior leadership to deliver financial insights that drive informed decisions, improve performance, and support the company’s continued growth. Main responsibilities include:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, budgets, forecasts, and business plans to support strategic decision-making
• Manage cash-flow, banking relationships, financing, working capital, and treasury operations
• Oversee project accounting, including WIP reporting, revenue recognition, job costing, profitability analysis, and financial performance
• Direct core accounting functions, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax compliance, HST, WISB, insurance, and external audit coordination
• Develop and strengthen financial policies, internal controls, accounting processes, and regulatory compliance to support business growth
• Drive finance systems improvement, automation, AI initiatives, and reporting enhancements to improve efficiency and decision-making
• Provide leadership to the accounting team, while partnering with senior leadership on strategic planning, operational improvements, and organizational growth.

Our client has built an excellent reputation over more than 35 years in Ottawa and is known for their collaborative culture, commitment to quality, and focus on continuous improvement. If you’re looking for an engaging role in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, professional development, and giving back to the community, this is it! Apply today.

Qualifications:

The main qualifications for this role include:

• Completed CPA designation or in progress is preferred
• Post-secondary education in finance and/or accounting
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of ASPE
• Previous experience in the construction industry is considered an asset
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and coach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Excel

How You Will Be Rewarded:

• $100,000 – $125,000 salary range
• Competitive bonus plan
• 4 weeks’ vacation
• Excellent benefits package
• Free parking

Location: Ottawa

Internal Job ID#: 5080

Recruiter Name: Matt Stevenson