Financial Controller
- Ottawa, ON, Canada
On-site
Salary Range: $90,000-$135,000 · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Salary Range: $90,000-$135,000
- Job type
- Full-time
- Workplace
- On-site
- Apply by
- Experience
- 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Controller
Type: Permanent Full Time
Work Location: On-site
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, flexible hours.
Existing Vacancy or Not: Filling Vacancy
About Us:
Since 1986, TPH Plumbing and Heating has served the Ottawa and surrounding area. We are a team of experienced staff and highly qualified technicians. TPH is a strong, energetic and professional team that consistently meets and exceeds customer requirements and expectations. To help us achieve this, we need to have a strong and supportive construction team! As part of this growing team, you will be involved in meaningful work that combines great projects, great people, and a great environment – your life and career will surely become an adventure.
About the Role:
The Controller reports to the Head of Corporate Services and is responsible for planning, executing, and coordinating all accounting operation functions for the company.
Responsibilities:
- Organize, direct, control, and evaluate accounting operations for the company.
- Accumulating and consolidating all financial data necessary for an accurate.
- Perform accounting of consolidated business results.
- Coordinate and prepare internal and external financial statements.
- Coordinate activities of financial external auditors.
- Develop and implement the financial policies, systems, and procedures of an establishment.
- Develop financial strategy, including risk minimization plans and opportunity. Regularly participate and contribute to the development and support of the company’s strategic plans.
- Oversee high-level financial reporting and analysis and cash flow management.
- Establish profitability standards for all activities throughout the company.
- Improve efficiencies and reduce costs across the business.
- Notify and report to Senior Management concerning any trends that are critical to the organization’s financial performance.
- Managing the budget process.
- Organize, train, and supervise all new employees in the financial/accounting department.
- Assess current accounting operations and offer recommendations for the improvement and implementation of new processes.
- Evaluate and execute accounting and internal control systems.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of accounting software and supporting database as needed.
- Forecast future financial performance.
- Develop and monitor business performance metrics.
- Oversee regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance.
- Manage finances and accounting for external companies owned and managed by TPH owners, including quarterly government remittances.
- Prepare monthly and annual operating budgets.
- Assist with company payroll on an as needed basis. Calculate and maintain annual and weekly source deductions.
- Manage monthly government remittances.
- Audit and verify data entry of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Monthly progress billing.
- Continuously review areas to implement cost savings.
- Discrete, professional, and confidential with information and situations.
- Other directives as requested by management.
What You’ll Bring:
- CPA Designation
- Experience
- MBA, or Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
- 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry
- Knowledge and understanding of project accounting/billing.
- Knowledge and understanding of all accounting practices
- Experience with Sage 100 is an asset
- Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset
What We Offer:
- Balanced and flexible work hours
- Competitive salary, benefits package, and pension plan
- Paid vacation time and sick/floater days
- Laptop
Salary Range: $90,000-$135,000
Additional Information:
TPH Plumbing and Heating is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please let us know.
TPH Plumbing and Heating does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. However, please be aware that some third-party tools we utilize in our recruiting and selection process may incorporate AI technology.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the selection process will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Direct and coordinate the company’s accounting operations, including financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, payroll, billing, tax compliance, and government remittances. Develop financial policies and strategies, oversee audits and internal controls, improve processes and profitability, and report financial trends to senior management.
Requirements
The role calls for a CPA designation and an MBA or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, along with at least five years of accounting experience, preferably in construction. Candidates should understand project accounting and billing and accounting practices; Sage 100 experience and English-French bilingualism are assets.
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Analysis
- Cash Flow Management
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Project Accounting
- Progress Billing
- Tax Planning and Compliance
- Payroll
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Internal Controls
- Financial Strategy
- Cost Reduction
- Staff Training and Supervision
- Organizational Skills
Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Competitive Salary
- Benefits Package
- Pension Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Sick Days
- Floater Days
- Laptop
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Construction
Keywords
- CPA
- Accounting Operations
- Financial Statements
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Strategy
- Risk Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Project Accounting
- Progress Billing
- Tax Planning
- Tax Compliance
- Payroll
- Source Deductions
- Government Remittances
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- External Auditors
- Internal Controls
- Accounting Systems
- Sage 100
- Construction
- Cost Reduction
- Business Performance Metrics
- Profitability Standards
- English-French Bilingualism