Accounting & finance jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 30, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 9,489
Employers: 3,292

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $80,164Across 1,000 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.52Across 507 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $73,630Across 61 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $6,864Across 24 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 1%132 listings
Hybrid: 24%2,318 listings
On-site: 74%7,006 listings

Not specified: <1% (33 listings)

Employers hiring include RBC (340), Scotiabank (298), CIBC (258).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Financial Advisor
Royal Bank of Canada
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Financial Controller
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Ottawa, ON
- $120,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Hamilton, ON · Vaughan, ON · Waterloo, ON · ON · Oakville, Ontario
- Full-time
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KPMG
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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National Bank of Canada
Aurora, ON
- Part-time
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Edmundston, NB
- Full-time
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Calgary, AB
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Financial Advisor - CIRO-ID (Urban)
CIBC
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Associate Financial Advisor
CIBC
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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Financial Services Representative II
CIBC
Barrie, ON
- Full-time
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Thornhill, ON
- Full-time
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W3Global

Financial Controller

Chilliwack, BC, Canada

$100,000 to $115,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $100,000 to $115,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 25, 2026
Experience: Experience: Proven experience as a Controller in the construction industry (5+ years).
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

Original job description

Full Job Description

The controller will lead the accounting department, manage financial data, internal controls and reporting systems to ensure the financial health of the company and construction projects. This position will be responsible for accurate job costing, work in progress scheduling, cash management and financial reporting to leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee monthly closing, prepare financial statements, manage the general ledger, and monitor cash flow. Prepare year end and liaise with external accountants to obtain tax efficiencies.
Job Costing & Analysis: Develop and maintain detailed project budgets, track job costs, and prepare variance analysis for project managers and owners.
WIP Reporting: Generate accurate Work in Progress (WIP) schedules to track profitability and project health.
Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with lien legislation, statutory holdbacks, and contract structures. Manage certified payroll and sales tax.
AP/AR & Payroll: Oversee vendor billings, subcontract invoicing, pay applications, and payroll.
Internal Controls: Implement policies to improve financial accuracy and strengthen internal control procedures.
Banking & Audits: Coordinate with banks for financing and lead year-end audits.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Experience: Proven experience as a Controller in the construction industry (5+ years).
Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
Certifications: CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
Software Proficiency: Experience with construction-specific software (e.g., QuickBooks Contractor Edition).
Technical Skills: Deep understanding of GAAP, lien laws, and job cost accounting.

Preferred Qualities

Strong communication skills to interface between field personnel and executive leadership.
Ability to manage multiple project priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic thinking to provide actionable insights on profitability.

Reports To: Owner

Direct Reports: 2 Accounting Clerks

Benefits

Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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Responsibilities

Lead the accounting department and oversee financial reporting, monthly closing, cash flow, job costing, project budgets, and work-in-progress schedules. Manage compliance, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, internal controls, banking relationships, and year-end audits.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of experience as a construction-industry Controller, a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, and a CPA certification. Candidates should have strong knowledge of GAAP, lien laws, and job cost accounting, experience with construction-specific software, and the ability to communicate effectively and manage multiple project priorities.

Skills

Financial Reporting
General Ledger Management
Cash Management
Job Cost Accounting
Project Budgeting
Variance Analysis
Work in Progress Reporting
Lien Legislation Compliance
Statutory Holdbacks
Certified Payroll
Sales Tax
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Payroll Management
Internal Controls
GAAP
QuickBooks Contractor Edition

Benefits

Company Events
Dental Care
Disability Insurance
Extended Health Care
Life Insurance
Wellness Program

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Keywords

Construction
Financial Controller
Accounting
Financial Management
Financial Statements
Monthly Closing
General Ledger
Cash Flow
Job Costing
Project Budgets
Variance Analysis
Work in Progress (WIP)
Lien Legislation
Statutory Holdbacks
Certified Payroll
Sales Tax
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Subcontract Invoicing
Pay Applications
Internal Controls
GAAP
CPA
QuickBooks Contractor Edition
Bank Financing
Year-End Audits
Tax Planning

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